The difference between
Pap Smear
and HPV DNA Test
Detects abnormal cervical cells
Detects high-risk HPV virus
Cervical cells examined under microscope
Cell DNA tested for high-risk HPV strains
Requires a speculum
No speculum required; selfsample collection using a swab.
Every 3 years
Every 5 years
Detect early changes
Identify women at risk of cervical cancer Finds risk before cell changes
Finds changes after damage begins 50% sensitivity for detecting the risk of cervical cancer.
90% sensitivity for detecting the risk of cervical cancer.
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