It tests for gonorrhea in the vagina as well as the throat, using a vaginal swab and a throat swab. That’s important because anyone who engages in oral sex is at risk of oral gonorrhea.
In May, the FDA approved a self-swab alternative to the pap smear. Doctors say it's just as effective at spotting cervical pre-cancer and cancer. The new tests are on their way to many doctor's ...