Vaginal biopsy protocol

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1. Resource Description

   A speculum exam will be performed to visualize the vagina & cervix. Topical lidocaine gel will be applied to the lateral vaginal fornices. After 2 minutes, betadine will be applied and two full thickness 2 x 4 mm biopsies will be obtained using a Baby Tischler forceps. Biopsies will be obtained from sites indicated by protocol. The tissue samples will immediately be placed in formalin and transported to the location specified in the protocol for further processing.

2. Contact

   Bespflug, Tracy

3. Uses

   Clinical monitoring

4. Used by

   Women's Health Research Unit

5. Author

   Jensen, Jeffrey T., M.D., M.P.H.