Biomarkers · Chemical
A plain-language description with its source has not been added for this biomarker yet. What the laboratories say about the tests that measure it is below.
What the laboratory says this test is for
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Quest Diagnostics test directory, test code 16770
What the laboratory says this test is for
Liquid based Pap testing is intended for use in the screening and detection of cervical cancer, pre-cancerous lesions, atypical cells and all other cytologic categories as defined by the Bethesda System for Reporting Results of Cervical Cytology. Pap screening is not reliable for the detection of endometrial cancer. Testing for Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) DNA is an important adjunct to the detection of premalignant or malignant lesions in women over 30.
Quest Diagnostics test directory, test code 18828
What the laboratory says this test is for
The presence of E6/E7 messenger RNA from 14 high risk HPV types indicates incorporation of HPV DNA into the host cells. Proteins expressed from E6-E7 polycistronic mRNA alter cellular p53 and retinoblastoma protein functions, leading to disruption of cell-cycle check points and cell genome instability. This information, together with the physician’s assessment of cytology history, other risk factors, and professional guidelines, may be used to guide patient management.
Quest Diagnostics test directory, test code 90887
Quest Diagnostics test directory, test code 90933
Quest Diagnostics test directory, test code 91339
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