Cervical Cancer Screening:
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Most women diagnosed with cervical cancer are those who screens irregularly or have never been screened for it. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer. It is known to cause cell changes in the cervix and may lead to the development of cervical cancer.
How to prevent cervical cancer:
Cervical cancer can be prevented by undergoing regular screening through co-testing of Liquid Based-Cytology (LBC) and HPV DNA Genotyping Test.
Find out more about other tests in this category:
• Ovarian Cancer Screening
• Breast Cancer Screening
• FemCheck
Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix grow out of control. This results in an excessive accumulation of cells which eventually form a lump - a tumor. Cervical cancer can often be successfully treated when it’s found early. It is the third most common cancer among Malaysian women.
Most women diagnosed with cervical cancer are those who screens irregularly or have never been screened for it. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer. It is known to cause cell changes in the cervix and may lead to the development of cervical cancer.
How to prevent cervical cancer:
Cervical cancer can be prevented by undergoing regular screening through co-testing of Liquid Based-Cytology (LBC) and HPV DNA Genotyping Test.
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The Advantages of Combined LBC + HPV DNA Test: • Better detection Co-testing increased the detection of cervical cancer • Better management If tested positive for HPV but LBC indicates no cell changes, condition can be closely monitored. • Cost effective Co-testing using the combination of cytology plus HPV DNA testing is the appropriate screening for women >30 years old. If tested negative for both tests, the screening interval is no sooner than 3 years subsequently. (NCCN Guidelines Version 1.2011 Cervical Cancer Screening) |
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQ): 1. What are the risk factors for cervical cancer? - Sexually active - Early onset of sexual activities - Multiple sex partner - Sexually transmitted disease 2. I have been vaccinated with HPV vacine. Do i still need to go for screening? - Yes. Commercially available vaccine only provides 70% protection against the high-risk HPV that can cause cervical cancer.  |
Find out more about other tests in this category:
• Ovarian Cancer Screening
• Breast Cancer Screening
• FemCheck
