Many women are likely familiar with the Pap smear, but some might not know about the HPV test (human papillomavirus test). Pap smears and HPV tests are the most common ways to detect cervical cancer, ...

The pap smear (or pap test) is one of the cornerstones of women's health. It was introduced in the 1940's as a way to screen for abnormal cervical cells. Starting at the age of 21 women are ...

Back in May of this year, the FDA approved a new method of human papillomavirus (HPV) testing in a healthcare setting. Rather than a standard Pap smear performed with a speculum -- a test dreaded by ...

The human papillomavirus test (HPV) test could improve the (cost−) effectiveness of cervical screening by selecting women with a very low risk for cervical cancer during a long period. An analysis of ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m a 32-year-old woman, and I’ve always gotten a Pap test at the recommended time. Now my doctor suggests that I get an HPV test too. Why would I need both? Won’t the Pap show if ...

The Food and Drug Administration just approved an at home test that could be an optional alternative to a yearly pap smear. The test looks for human papilloma virus, or HPV, which causes nearly all ...

Raise your hand if you've ever procrastinated getting your Pap smear. While it's a crucial part of testing for HPV and cervical cancer, the test can range from uncomfortable to downright painful.

Two big studies suggest possible new ways to screen healthy people for cervical or prostate cancers, but a third disappointed those hoping for a way to detect early signs of deadly ovarian tumors.

ROCHESTER — A new option for HPV screening will soon be available for Mayo Clinic patients in the Midwest. On Wednesday, Jan. 22, Mayo Clinic announced that it will offer FDA-approved self-collection ...

Regular Pap smears are a vital part of women's health care. Women need to get a pap smear every three years [Health] Taking care of your health is incredibly important, and one of the best ways to do ...

SAN FRANCISCO, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The global HPV testing and Pap test market size is expected to reach USD 7.3 billion by 2028, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is ...