A 34-year-old with no abnormal results previously asks about cervical cancer screening. She prefers HPV testing. What schedule is acceptable?...

Question

A 34-year-old with no abnormal results previously asks about cervical cancer screening. She prefers HPV testing. What schedule is acceptable?

Accepted Answer

Primary high-risk HPV testing every 5 years from age 30-65

Answer

HPV testing every 3 years from ages 21-29

Answer

Cytology alone every 5 years from age 30-65

Answer

Stop screening at age 30 if prior tests normal

Answer

Co-testing (cytology + HPV) annually after age 30

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Cervical Cancer Screening