P16 Oncoprotein IHC with Interpretation Test

This test is conducted to identify HPV virus in the body. HPV is an infection that can pass from one person to another through skin contact. There are more than 100 varieties of HPV viruses, in which almost 40 are passed from sexual intercourse or oral sex. This can affect one’s genitals, mouth, or throat. With the help of IHC, the test is reliable, which is helpful in treating the patient correctly. It can also diagnose cervical precancer in biopsies.

This test must be taken when prescribed by your doctor. Before the test, you must let your doctor know about your medical history and all the medications that you are currently consuming.

With the help of this test, the HPV status can be confirmed. It can also identify the type of HPV virus.

A sample of your tissue is collected by the lab technician from the required site, such as breast, lung, etc. You might experience a slight pain or discomfort. You will receive anaesthesia to help dull the pain.