How often should a cervical TCT test be performed?

Differences in the interval for cervical TCT screening among women under different conditions vary, ranging from half a year to five years. Generally, women of reproductive age without cervical cancer-like lesions can undergo the screening once every three to five years, while those with cervical cancer virus infection need to be reexamined every six months or one year. It is important to avoid menstruation during the examination to ensure more accurate results.

How often should cervical TCT be checked?

1. Women of reproductive age without human papillomavirus (HPV) infection can undergo the screening once every 3 to 5 years without developing cervical cancer.

2. Women with HPV infection need to be checked annually.

3. Postmenopausal women without high-risk HPV infection subtypes need to be reexamined once a year.

4. Women with high-risk HPV infection subtypes need to be reexamined every six months.

What should be noted for cervical TCT?

1. Avoid menstruation, and it is generally recommended to have the test 3 to 7 days after menstruation ends.

2. Avoid sexual intercourse and vaginal medication for 2 to 3 days before the examination to prevent affecting the results of cervical TCT.

3. When taking the sample, pay attention to using the TCT cell soft brush to brush cervical cells in a clockwise direction for 2-3 rotations.