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Is the HPV test right for me?
Cervical cancer screening with HPV testing is generally recommended for people aged 25 to 65 who have a cervix.
This test is intended for people who want routine screening and do not have symptoms, such as abnormal vaginal bleeding, unusual pain, or unexplained vaginal discharge.
The HPV test is a screening test, not a diagnostic test for cancer. It detects the presence of certain high-risk types of HPV associated with the development of precancerous lesions of the cervix.
In Quebec, current recommendations call for HPV testing every 5 years for people aged 25 to 65 when it is used as the primary screening test.
What is the difference between the HPV test and the Pap test?
The HPV test and the Pap test are both used for cervical cancer screening, but they do not look for the same thing.
The HPV test directly detects the presence of certain high-risk types of HPV associated with cervical cancer. The Pap testlooks for abnormal or precancerous cells on the cervix.
Le Québec est en transition vers l’utilisation du test VPH comme test de dépistage primaire, notamment parce qu’il est plus sensible que le test Pap pour détectr la présence du virus responsable du cancer avant même l’apparition de lésions précancéreuses, permettant une prévention plus efficace.Should I still get screened if I am vaccinated against HPV?
Yes. HPV vaccination significantly reduces the risk of infection from certain types of HPV, but it does not necessarily protect against all high-risk HPV types associated with cervical cancer.
Even if you are vaccinated, it is still recommended to follow screening guidelines based on your age and clinical situation.
Why self-sampling?
L’auto-prélèvement vaginal est effectué par vous-même lors de votre visite en clinique without a pelvic exam by a nurse. This testing method offers comfort and privacy, with sensitivity comparable to clinician-collected sampling for detecting high-risk HPV strains.