The collected material must be accompanied by the form: Consent for HPV genetic testing from liquid cytology (downloadable at www.luxmedlublin.pl - For the Patient - Patient Essentials - Downloadable forms).
Moisturizers, intimate hygiene products, contraceptive gels (with the exception of a gel called Advantage - S ® Bioadhesive Contraceptive Gel) do not interfere with the test.
For women
The test should not be performed: - during menstruation, - during treatment with antibiotics, - during treatment with vaginal preparations (globules, creams), - when irrigations are used, - within 48 hours after the last sexual intercourse. On the day of the test, the genital area should be washed without using soap or intimate hygiene gels. If treatment has been used, a 3-5 day break is recommended between the end of treatment and the test.
The test is best performed at least 4 days after the last menstrual period and no later than 4 days before the start of menstruation. Do not use vaginal medications for at least 4 days before the test. At least 1 day should have elapsed since the last gynecological /USG transvaginal examination.
Notes for the study/treatment will also be available once the booking is approved.