Researchers develop noninvasive urine test for early detection of cervical cancer virus proteins

Human_Papillomavirus_(HPV)

Source: NIAID

A new urine test can detect HPV16 E7 proteins, which are critical markers of cervical cancer risk, at extremely low levels, meaning women may be able to screen for cervical cancer without the discomfort and inconvenience of a traditional Pap test.

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