CST Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Population for CST
A
Women and people with a cervix aged 25-74, have ever been sexually active irregardless of partner, includes HPV vaccinated people
2
Q
What is the primary CST test
A
CST- HPV test with partial genotyping
Detects HPV
3
Q
Screening interval for CST
A
Every 5 years if HPV not detected
If HPV that is not 16/18 is detected then repeat test in 12mo
f HPV 16/18 is detected- immediate colposcopy
4
Q
When is LBC done in CST
A
Cytology to identify abnormal cervical cells
- done if HPV is detected
