HPV Flashcards
1
Q
which two subtypes of HPV are most likely causes of cervical cancer?
A
16 and 18
2
Q
what are the histological gradings?
A
Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN 1-3)
3
Q
what are the cytological gradings?
A
Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (LSIL).
High grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL)
4
Q
dif b/w early genes and late genes in HPV?
A
late code for capsid proteins. Early for replication etc..
5
Q
where can HPV infect?
A
cervix, anus, penis, vagina, mouth, skin
6
Q
likely site of dysplasia
A
transformation zone (b/w cervix and vagin)
