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Women can now perform their own smear test at home
It s hoped that the home testing kits will cut cancer deaths
Women can send their swab straight to the lab (Image: Pixabay)
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Smeat test sample. Picture: JO S CERVICAL CANCER TRUST
- Credit: Archant
A research study is offering women the opportunity to take a self-sample to check for early signs of cervical cancer.
The YouScreen kit involves using a vaginal swab, described as being like a long cotton bud, which is sent by post for testing.
The sample collected will be tested for human papillomavirus (HPV) at the laboratory, as part of an NHS trial.
After the YouScreen kit is posted to the laboratory, results will be sent to women by letter to their address within 14 days. A copy of the result will also be sent to their GP.
Smeat test sample. Picture: JO S CERVICAL CANCER TRUST
- Credit: Archant
A research study is offering women the opportunity to take a self-sample to check for early signs of cervical cancer.
The YouScreen kit involves using a vaginal swab, described as being like a long cotton bud, which is sent by post for testing.
The sample collected will be tested for human papillomavirus (HPV) at the laboratory, as part of an NHS trial.
After the YouScreen kit is posted to the laboratory, results will be sent to women by letter to their address within 14 days. A copy of the result will also be sent to their GP.