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HPV PCR
HPV PCR looks for human papillomavirus DNA in the submitted specimen. A result must be interpreted for the specimen site and the reason for testing.
Price for this test on its ownAED 999
Clinical authorDr Nirupama SabhapathySpecialist Clinical Pathology
- Sample
- LBC / Semen
- Laboratory turnaround
- 2 to 3 days
- Collection
- Dubai
- Laboratory
- Intel Lab
Understanding the test
What does the HPV PCR test measure?
Also called Human Papillomavirus DNA
When used for cervical testing, the result can contribute to a screening or follow-up pathway. Other specimen types and indications need their own clinical interpretation.
When it may be requested
Cervical screening follow-up
When a cervical specimen is appropriate, a clinician may use HPV testing within an established screening pathway.
Understanding a previous result
Prior HPV results and cervical cytology help determine which follow-up is appropriate. A result from a different anatomical site has different implications.
Before your sample
Prepare for collection
SpecimenLBC / Semen
Your checklist
Confirm the required anatomical site and the collection plan before attending. For cervical sampling, mention pregnancy, current bleeding and recent vaginal products so the clinician can advise on timing.
Intel Lab lists liquid-based cervical sampling or semen for this test. Confirm the indication, specimen and suitable collection arrangement with the care team before attending.
Smart Report
Understanding your result
2 to 3 daysLaboratory turnaround
Result guideHPV PCR
Reading your result
Detection identifies viral DNA at the sampled site. It does not date acquisition, establish from whom an infection was acquired or diagnose cancer.
What can affect it
- HPV detection is not a diagnosis of cancer and does not determine when infection was acquired.
From sample to follow-up
Your testing journey
Laboratory testHPV PCR
- Specimen
- LBC / Semen
- Turnaround
- 2 to 3 days
Open your laboratory report
Look for HPV PCR in your report. Use the sample type and collection time when comparing it with an earlier report.
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Discuss the next step
Keep the specimen site, HPV type if reported, and any cervical cytology result together when arranging the recommended follow-up.
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Packages that include this test
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Patient questions
Before you book
Does a positive high-risk HPV result mean cancer?
No. Many infections clear. For cervical testing, age, the specific result, screening history and any cytology findings guide follow-up.
What is the difference between an HPV test and a Pap smear?
An HPV test looks for the virus that can cause cell changes, while a Pap smear, or cytology, looks at the cervical cells themselves for changes that have already happened. They answer different questions and are often done on the same liquid-based sample. A negative HPV test does not exclude cell changes left by an earlier infection, which is why cytology still has a role.
What does an HPV Not Detected result mean?
It means the targeted HPV types were not detected in the specimen tested. For a cervical sample, your prior screening results and any cell changes help determine when screening is next due. A result from a semen sample cannot tell you whether high-risk HPV is present in a cervix or change a cervical screening interval.
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- HPV Genotypes
- 32
- Samples
- Swab + LBC
- Listed turnaround
- 24 hours
AED 999
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- Infections
- 5
- Samples
- Blood
- Listed turnaround
- 24 hours
AED 299
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A 20-marker combined work-up pairing blood serology (HIV, hepatitis B & C, syphilis) with a 14-target genital PCR panel and urinalysis: a complete…
- Markers
- 20
- Samples
- Blood + Urine
- Listed turnaround
- 48 hours
AED 699
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STD Master 28
Our most comprehensive 28-target STI and genital-flora PCR panel, adding candida species, bacterial-vaginosis organisms and additional viruses on top…
- Pathogens
- 28
- Samples
- Urine or swab
- Listed turnaround
- 48 hours
AED 999
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Sources & further reading
Written by Dr Nirupama Sabhapathy, Specialist Clinical Pathology. Medically reviewed by Dr Joyce Jose, Specialist Clinical Pathology, on .
Catalogue information and AED price checked on 2 November 2026. Clinical suitability, preparation, collection arrangements and turnaround are confirmed for your selected test.