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TPP—combined/mono-HPV DNA or RNA test

Goal of testTo detect clinically relevant (=1.0 pg/mL) high-risk HPV (HPV 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59 and 68), HPV DNA or RNA; correlated with CIN3+
Intended use and target patient*Screening: women aged 30–64 years or HIV-positive women at any age
Target use settingTo detect clinically relevant (=1.0 pg/mL) high-risk HPV (HPV 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59 and 68), HPV DNA or RNA; correlated with CIN3+
ResultsClear positive, negative or invalid result with minimal instructions for interpretation
EquipmentSingle-use, biodegradable or recyclable disposable diagnostic test preferred, reader optional (small, portable, tabletop or handheld, no electricity/power supply required)
Target use(s)
Reference technologyLaboratory-based NAAT