The Kit Diag-Œstro is a quick version of Harris Shorr staining for vaginal or preputial smear examination.
In 2 minutes, the staining Kit Diag-Œstro allows to differentiate cells according to their tinctorial affinity : the more advanced the keratinization process, the more red-orangey the cells. (cf. photos)
GYNECOLOGY
Vaginal smear is the main examination indicated for the differential diagnosis of vulvar discharge.
Vulvar discharges may have various origins. Kit Diag-Œstro allows to determinate œstrogenic impregnation.
ANDROLOGY
Preputial smear highlights excessive œstrogenism.
This simple and quick examination constitutes the first approach in males showing feminization syndrome or suspected of certain testicular tumors.