ROCKEBY biomed Corporation Limited (Rockeby) has launched the world's first rapid diagnostic test kit for the detection of fungal infection, vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) in women. VVC is a common medical problem among women. It causes great discomfort and inconvenience, disrupting the normalcy of their day-to-day lives.
The symptoms of VVC range from an itching and burning sensation of the vagina to abnormal vaginal discharge. VVC affects females aged 20 to 45 years old. About 75% of all women experience VVC at least once during their lifetime.