PROTOCOL Cervical Screening™
Combining HPV DNA and Pap Smear for the most accurate results
Cervical cancer is almost always caused by persistent infection with high-risk HPV. With the right screening, it can be detected and treated early, before it becomes cancer.
That’s why at PROTOCOL we use the gold standard worldwide:
HPV DNA testing combined with Pap Smear.
What's Tested:
✔️ HPV DNA detection — checks for high-risk HPV strains, including types 16 and 18, which cause ~70% of cervical cancers.
✔️ Pap Smear (ThinPrep cytology) — examines cervical cells under the microscope for early signs of abnormal changes.
Peace of mind with fewer tests
A negative HPV DNA + Pap result means you may only need to screen every 5 years instead of every 3, without compromising safety.
HPV DNA testing is more accurate
HPV DNA testing finds infections that Pap smears alone can miss. When combined with Pap, it gives the most reliable protection against cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is highly preventable
Most cases are caused by high-risk HPV. Screening with HPV DNA + Pap Smear can detect problems years before cancer develops, giving you the chance to act early.