Background introduction
HPV (human papillomavirus) is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the world. It can cause many cancers, such as cervical cancer, anal cancer, and oral cancer. Early HPV infection generally has no obvious symptoms, but if not treated in time, it may develop into cancer. Therefore, HPV examination is very important, which can help early detection and early treatment and improve the cure rate.
Checking method
There are two main methods for HPV testing: one is the sampling smear method, and the other is the gene amplification method. The smear method is usually performed in the gynecologist\’s office. The doctor will use a special brush to take a sample of cells from the cervix. Gene amplification is a method of amplifying viral genes in samples to detect the presence of viruses. Both methods are painless and non-invasive, but the gene amplification method is more accurate than the sampling smear method.
Inspection fee
The cost of HPV testing varies by testing method, hospital, city and country, and the specific price will vary accordingly. In China, generally speaking, the cost of the sampling smear method is about 500 yuan, and the cost of the gene amplification method is more than 1,000 yuan. In some high-end hospitals or private clinics, the cost of examination will be higher. It should be noted that some hospitals may also charge additional fees, such as registration fees, radioactive material usage fees, etc.
Check suggestions
Although HPV testing is very important, not everyone needs it. Generally speaking, women over the age of 30 who have a history of sexual intercourse should have an HPV test every year. For those who are younger or have no history of sexual life, they can decide whether they need examination based on their personal circumstances and doctor\’s advice. In addition, it should be noted that the HPV test can only detect the presence of the virus and cannot diagnose cancer. Therefore, if the test result is positive, you should go to the hospital for further examination in time.
Summary
HPV testing can help people detect and treat the disease as early as possible and improve the cure rate. The cost of the test will vary depending on the test method, hospital, city and country. It should be noted that only qualified people need to undergo HPV testing. If the test result is positive, they should go to the hospital for further treatment in time.
