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The Aptima® HPV Assay, targeting mRNA, has shown sensitivity comparable to commonly-used DNA-based tests1-12:

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The Aptima HPV Test helps minimize the chance of missing a patient who needs your care.

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The Aptima HPV Assay detects E6/E7 viral mRNA from 14 high-risk types of human papillomavirus in cervical specimens (in ThinPrep® Pap Test vials containing PreservCyt® Solution and collected with broomtype or cytobrush/spatula devices). The test is indicated to screen women ≥21 years with ASCUS cytology to determine the need for colposcopy, and to screen women ≥30 years for high-risk HPV types. This information with cytology history, other risk factors, and guidelines may be used to manage patients. See www.genprobe.com for more details.

The assay is not a substitute for regular cervical cytology screening. The results of this test are not intended to prevent women from proceeding to colposcopy. The assay has not been evaluated for managing HPV vaccinated women, women with prior ablative or excisional therapy, hysterectomy, who are pregnant, or have other risk factors. Aptima and other associated logos are registered trademarks of Hologic, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries in the United States, and/or other countries.

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