Human Papillomavirus - HPV Test
This test checks for the presence of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a virus that can cause genital warts and cervical cancer.
This test checks for the presence of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a virus that can cause genital warts and cervical cancer.
- HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases.
- High-risk HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer.
Anyone who has any type of sex can catch HPV. It is extremely common and highly contagious.
- Most people who have HPV will never know it. It often doesn't cause any symptoms, and the body usually clears the infection within a couple of years.
- If you have been diagnosed with HPV, don't assume that you got it from your current partner. The virus can lie dormant in your body for an extended period of time.
- The HPV test can be used together with the PAP test to screen for cervical cancer.
A HPV test involves taking some cells from the cervix with a swab or brush. You may feel some discomfort when the specimen is taken.
- Schedule the test for a time when you won't be having your period.
- You should not have intercourse, douche or bathe before the test.
- Prior to the test you may be asked to empty your bladder.
What should I ask my healthcare provider before having this test?
- Is there any special preparation for the test? (If so, get clear instructions on what you need to do.)
- What is the reason for the test? Will the test results change my treatment plan? If not, do I need the test?
Source UHC.com
Also known as:
STISTDSexually Transmitted InfectionLaboratory WorkHuman Papillomavirus - HPV TestHuman Papilloma VirusHPVGenital WartsCervical Cancer Screening
This test checks for the presence of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a virus that can cause genital warts and cervical cancer.
- HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases.
- High-risk HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer.
Anyone who has any type of sex can catch HPV. It is extremely common and highly contagious.
- Most people who have HPV will never know it. It often doesn't cause any symptoms, and the body usually clears the infection within a couple of years.
- If you have been diagnosed with HPV, don't assume that you got it from your current partner. The virus can lie dormant in your body for an extended period of time.
- The HPV test can be used together with the PAP test to screen for cervical cancer.
A HPV test involves taking some cells from the cervix with a swab or brush. You may feel some discomfort when the specimen is taken.
- Schedule the test for a time when you won't be having your period.
- You should not have intercourse, douche or bathe before the test.
- Prior to the test you may be asked to empty your bladder.
What should I ask my healthcare provider before having this test?
- Is there any special preparation for the test? (If so, get clear instructions on what you need to do.)
- What is the reason for the test? Will the test results change my treatment plan? If not, do I need the test?
Source UHC.com
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