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Urine sample for HPV detection in men: is it a valid and non-invasive diagnostic alternative?
Microbiology spectrum - 4 Aug 2026
Sucato Arianna, Serra Nicola, Buttà Michela, Di Gregorio Leonardo, Del Sordo Manfredi, Pistoia Daniela, Firenze Alberto, Soresi Maurizio, Tulone Gabriele, Capra Giuseppina
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) represents the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection worldwide, often presenting as asymptomatic or subclinical in males. There is still uncertainty about the most suitable biological specimen for an accurate HPV diagnosis in males since the sampling site influences the performance of the diagnosis. Conventional diagnostic strategies rely on uncomfortable specimens for patients,...
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