HPV - A Virus That Puts Women At Increased Risk For Cervical Cancer
by News Canada
A Simple Lab Test Could Save Your Life
(NC)-Did you know that one of the most common sexually transmitted
infections, called Human Papillomavirus (HPV), is also the leading cause of
cervical cancer in women? And that HPV is the most common cause of abnormal Pap
smears?
Virtually all cases of cervical cancer are preventable if detected in the
pre-cancerous stage. "Although the Pap smear has reduced deaths caused by
cervical cancer, it does not detect the Human Papillomavirus, the primary cause
of essentially all cervical cancer." Says
Dr Alicia Sarabia, Medical Microbiologist for MDS Laboratory Services. "The
MDS HPV test can be easily done through your doctor's office."
How are HPV infections detected?
The new HPV test can detect the DNA of cancer-associated HPV virus in
cervical cells and tissues even before there are visible cell changes.
If your doctor informs you that your Pap smear result is questionable, the
next step is to order the HPV test to determine if the HPV infection is the
cause.
How is the HPV specimen collected?
Your doctor inserts a swab into the cervix to collect cells for testing, just
like a Pap smear. A technologist at the laboratory analyzes the specimen and
reports the results back to your doctor who uses the HPV and Pap results to
determine your treatment. Early detection makes early treatment, and early
treatment has been proven successful against cervical cancer.
How can I have the HPV test done?
Your doctor must order the HPV test. The test is available across Canada
through MDS Laboratory Services
For more information about the new HPV test, talk to your doctor or visit www.mdscollaborate.com.
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