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Is this test authorized for use in Canada?
Why does this kit cost money when pap tests are free?
I am male – can I take this test?
Does the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) cover this?
Does my insurance provider cover this?
Will I have to notify partners if I receive a positive test result?
Can I share my results with my own family doctor?
Can I buy this test for someone else?
I live in a remote region; how can I get a kit?
After I order, how long does it take for me to receive my kit?
How long will it take me to get my results back?
What do I do if I complete my test on Friday but Purolator does not pick up until Monday?
What is Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and how is it spread?
What is being tested and why?
Do I need to be tested for HPV? Who should take this test?
Why is HPV testing important?
How is HPV testing different from a Pap test?
Why does a Pap test not detect HPV?
Will individuals who have been vaccinated still need to be tested for HPV?
Does HPV cause cancer?
Can I use this kit if I am Transgender?
Can I use this kit if I have had a hysterectomy or pelvic surgery?
When should I repeat the test?