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What Follow-up Test Should I Take When Pap Smear Results Show HPV DNA High-risk?

Hi, I just got my Pap Smear results in the mail and it says HPV DNA (High Risk) was detected. They say on the paper to come back for another test in a year. Do I need to take any other precautions or do any other tests? I’m very nervous and this was my first Pap Smear.

posted on Thu, 25 Oct 2018

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Pathologist and Microbiologist, Dr. Shailja Puri's Response

Hello,

With pap report detecting HPV DNA high risk, I suggest you to consult your gynecologist for cervical biopsy.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist

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Pathologist and Microbiologist, Dr. Shailja Puri's Response

Hello,

HPV DNA high risk on Pap test should be followed by colposcopic cervical biopsy for histopathological examination and IHC for HPV DNA.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist

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What Follow-up Test Should I Take When Pap Smear Results Show HPV DNA High-risk?

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