Task force recommends HPV test over pap smear from age 30

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The US Preventive Services Task Force suggests that HPV testing should be the primary method for cervical cancer screening for women from ages 30 to 65. It is aimed at increasing screening accessibility and appeal to those who might hesitate to undergo traditional testing methods such as Pap tests or Pap smears. The task force emphasizes that early and accurate detection through HPV testing, especially with the convenience of self-collection, can significantly improve patient outcomes by identifying potential risks.

Source

Eun TJ, Perkins RB. Screening for Cervical Cancer. Med Clin North Am. 2020 Nov;104(6):1063-1078. doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2020.08.006. PMID: 33099451; PMCID: PMC8881993.

Additional Reading

https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/10/health/hpv-testing-preferred-for-cervical-cancer-screening-draft-recommendation-wellness/index.html

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/u-s-health-panel-draft-recommendations-would-allow-a-self-testing-option-for-cervical-cancer

https://www.health.com/hpv-test-vs-pap-smear-8760556