Hi all - Several of you have asked for information about how often you should have the HPV test. You will find detailed information about that at this link from the test manufacturer: http://www.thehpvtest.com/about-the-digene-hpv-test/how-often-to-have-the-hpv-test/?LanguageCheck=1
Please note:
If you are between the ages of 20 and 30, HPV testing should only be used when your Pap result is inconclusive.
If you are 30 or older and have not had an HPV test, tell your doctor or nurse that you want to be tested for HPV test along with your next Pap.
If you are over 30, how often you need to repeat the HPV test depends on your past results. For example, if both your Pap and HPV test results are normal, re-testing is needed just once every three years.
You can stop being tested for HPV when you no longer need a Pap.
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Hi all - Several of you have asked for information about how often you should have the HPV test. You will find detailed information about that at this link from the test manufacturer: http://www.thehpvtest.com/about-the-digene-hpv-test/how-often-to-have-the-hpv-test/?LanguageCheck=1
Please note:
If you are between the ages of 20 and 30, HPV testing should only be used when your Pap result is inconclusive.
If you are 30 or older and have not had an HPV test, tell your doctor or nurse that you want to be tested for HPV test along with your next Pap.
If you are over 30, how often you need to repeat the HPV test depends on your past results. For example, if both your Pap and HPV test results are normal, re-testing is needed just once every three years.
You can stop being tested for HPV when you no longer need a Pap.
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