Article
HPV prevalence in women attending cervical screening in rural Malawi using the cartridge-based Xpert® HPV assay.
Journal of clinical virology : the official publication of the Pan American Society for Clinical Virology - 1 Feb 2017
Cubie Heather A, Morton David, Kawonga Edson, Mautanga Mike, Mwenitete Ipyana, Teakle Ngari, Ngwira Bagrey, Walker Hilary, Walker Graeme, Kafwafwa Savel, Kabota Beatrice, Ter Haar Reynier, Campbell Christine
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Early experience with Cepheid Xpert® HPV assay (Xpert® HPV) suggests that its quick turnaround time and ease of application might make it a relevant contender for routine use in low and middle income countries (LMICs). In the context of a cervical screening service in rural Malawi, we aimed to assess practicalities of local laboratory testing with Xpert® HPV and provide preliminary...
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