I Would Like Help Interpreting Results From An Anal Pap

Posted on Thu, 24 Jan 2019

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Question : I would like help interpreting results from an anal pap / biopsy. Specifically, is "a glandular component is present" normal or is this a cause of concern requiring further testing?

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (4 hours later)

I uploaded the only report I have been provided.
Thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi back!

I read carefully all your cytology report and I can say as follows:

1. There is nothing to be worried since neither precancerous nor cancerous cells got detected.

2. I noticed that you have a history with HPV and this is why I suggest repeating your anal pap test after 12 months.

Hope it was helpful to you.
Dr Klerida

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee