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flag A new at-home test using menstrual blood on a cotton strip detects high-risk HPV as effectively as traditional cervical screening, offering a promising alternative for improved access.

flag A new study finds that testing menstrual blood collected on a cotton strip attached to a sanitary pad is nearly as effective as traditional cervical screening in detecting high-risk HPV, the virus linked to cervical cancer. flag The method, tested on over 3,000 women in China, showed 94.7% sensitivity for precancerous lesions, comparable to clinician-collected samples, and could enable at-home testing via a mobile app. flag Researchers say it may improve screening access for those avoiding clinical visits due to fear, discomfort, or stigma, though experts note it’s still early-stage and not yet a replacement for current methods.

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