We are NABH accredited hospital
Easy to use, Painless, Affordable
We are providing this test at a special discounted rate for our patients in the month of November 2021.
If the HPV 16 or 18 infection persists for a long time it may lead to cervical cancer. Testing will help in timely detection and treatment.
Before taking an HPV test to screen for cervical cancer, it’s important for patients to keep several precautions in mind :
- Do not have an HPV test while menstruating.
- Avoid tampons for two days before an HPV test.
- Do not use vaginal medicines or birth control foams for two days before an HPV test.
- Do not douche within two days of an HPV test.
- Refrain from having sex 72 hrs before an HPV test.
- Do not do this test if you are pregnant.
Can the patient do this test if they have white discharge ?
Ans - Yes
After using a pessary, after how many days can this test be done?
Ans - A one week gap is required after the course is complete, following which the test can be done.
When can the patient have sexual contact before this test?
Ans - before 72 hours
What will be the procedure of purchasing the HPV kit?
Ans - The Self sampling kit will be available at the 4th Floor Laboratory in Gupte hospital. After collecting the HPV sample patient can return it in the laboratory & they will get the receipt there itself. Patient will pay the money in the lab itself.
Sample storage instructions for patients?
Ans - After collection of sample it can be stored at 2-8°C (routine temperature of household refrigerators) for 72 hours & the patient will have to return that sample to the hospital within 48 hours.
Can patient do this test during menstrual cycle bleeding?
Ans - No. the test cannot be done while bleeding. It can be done once the the bleeding stops.
Should patient clean / wash the private area before the test ?
Ans - No. Not needed.
Can Patient do this test if she has used menstrual cups, tampons etc.
Ans - Yes.
Are there any food restrictions for this test ?
Ans - No.
Who can do this test ?
Ans - Married or unmarried women between the age of 30 to 65 years of age.
Can this test be carried out if the patient has received HPV vaccination ?
Ans - If the patient is vaccinated there is no need of HPV test.
When can the patient take the HPV vaccination?
Ans - if the HPV test is positive – vaccination should not be taken. Patient should consult the doctor for further management. If the HPV test is negative – women below 45 yrs of age can take the vaccine.
When will the patient get the report & where?
Ans - Report will be available in 10 days. Patient can collect it from Gupte hospital
