Cervical Screening (LBC & HPV) | Lahalak Platform
An advanced screening combining liquid-based cytology and HPV DNA testing for the highest accuracy in early cervical cancer detection, ensuring your long-term health and peace of mind.
Scientific name: Cervical Screening (LBC) and HPV DNA Test by PCR
A comprehensive screening test combining liquid-based cytology (LBC) and highly sensitive molecular detection of high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Considered the modern gold standard for early cervical cancer screening, it provides a thorough assessment of both existing cellular changes and the presence...
Service type
Preventive medical screening (Smear)
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Taking a single sample from the cervix in a liquid medium (LBC).
- Perform a cervical smear test using liquid swab technology (LBC) and read the results according to the Bethesda system.
- DNA extraction from the same liquid sample.
- Perform a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay to detect high-risk human papillomavirus DNA, identifying at least types 16 and 18.
- Issuing a unified report that includes the results of the cytological examination and HPV examination with a comprehensive interpretation of the clinical meaning.
- Consult with an obstetrician-gynecologist to interpret the overall results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Avoid sexual intercourse, vaginal douching, suppositories, creams, or spermicides for 48 hours prior to the examination.
- Ideal time: Mid-cycle (10-20 days after your period ends). Avoid during your period.
- Fasting is not required.
- The sample must be taken by a trained healthcare practitioner.
- • The liquid sample allows for the possibility of conducting additional molecular tests in the future if recommended by the doctor.
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