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Recently had a pap smear it was normal. but was tested for hpv and came back positive. why would i be tested for hpv i am under 30 w/ norm pap?
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You are right: In 2001, hpv dna testing was approved for asc-us triage, the reflex testing of pap tests interpreted as asc-us. In 2003, hpv dna testing received expanded labeling to be used as a co-test with the pap in women over the age of 30. Although hpv testing is not a replacement for cytology, it does provide important adjunctive information that can be useful in managing patients.
Answered 7/6/2018
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