INDICAID HPV Urine Test (Standard)
INDICAID HPV Urine Test is an accurate, private and easy-to-use cervical cancer screening test that detects the presence of HPV.
- For in-vitro diagnostic use only
- Currently available in Hong Kong only
About
Features
- As accurate as cervical swab HPV DNA tests*
- HPV DNA test is more sensitive than traditional Pap smear
- Detect 14 types of cancer-causing high-risk HPV**
- Non-invasive, painless, private, easy-to-use
- Suitable for men & women
- Sample pick-up#/ drop-off service
- Digital lab test report in 5 working days^
- HPV positive post-test support
Remarks
*96.3% urine test accuracy agreement with cervical swab HPV DNA test
**INDICAID HPV Urine Test can detect:
14 high-risk HPVs：16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 66, 68
Or service upgrade to 27 HPV types including 14 High-risk HPV types above and 13 Low-risk types: 6, 11, 26, 30, 34, 53, 67, 69, 70, 73, 82, 85, 97
#Sample pick-up service fee is $120.
^Digital lab test report issued via SMS and email in 5 working days after the lab receives the sample.
FAQs
INDICAID HPV Urine Test is an accurate, private and easy-to-use cervical cancer screening test that detects the presence of HPV. Empowered by the patented PHASiFY technology for urine DNA concentration, the test can detect 14 types of high-risk cancer causing HPVs in urine samples, providing you a more efficient, convenient and comprehensive analysis of your cervical cancer risk.
INDICAID™ HPV Urine Test can detect 14 types of High-risk cancer-causing HPV, including:
- 14 high-risk HPVs：16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 66, 68 Persistent infection with high-risk HPVs can lead to cervical, vaginal, vulvar and penile cancers etc
Offer an upgrade to the 27 types of HPV urine test, including the above 14 high-risk HPV that can cause cancer and additional 13 low-risk HPV viruses.
- 13 low-risk HPVs：6, 11, 26, 30, 34, 53, 67, 69, 70, 73, 82, 85, 97
Over 90% of the genital warts are associated with HPV-6 and HPV-11 infection, which usually appear on the prepuce, glans of the penis, urethral opening, anus, vulva, labia, vagina or cervix; while other low-risk HPVs are classified as Group 2A and 2B carcinogens - probably and possibly carcinogenic to humans
Please purchase the INDICAID™ HPV Urine Test, complete the online registration, and contact customer service at 3700 8888 for service upgrade before submitting your sample. (Office hour: Monday to Friday 09:00 - 18:00; closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)
Self-collected urine sample is required for the test.
Clinical comparison with HPV cervical / penile swab test results demonstrates the accuracy of INDICAID HPV Urine test has an overall agreement of 98.9%
INDICAID™ HPV Urine Test and Pap smear test are two different technologies.
INDICAID™ HPV Urine Test detects the HPV virus DNA from users’ urine sample; whereas Pap smear test detects precancerous lesion through examination on the collected cervical cells under a microscope performed by laboratory technicians.
If your HPV DNA test detects HPV from your sample, you may consider undergoing a Pap smear test to verify if there is any abnormalities with your cervical cells.
INDICAID™ HPV Urine Test is designed to detect HPV virus DNA from urine sample rather than mouth, throat or other areas. Should you wish to test for HPV from other areas, please seek professional medical advice.
Regular HPV tests are recommended for the following groups that are prone to higher risk of HPV infection, including: early first sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, active sex life, unsafe life, regular smokers, chronic immunosuppression, use of contraceptive pills, pregnant / postpartum women.
It is suitable for both men and women. It is reported that 80% of men and women will acquire HPV in their lifetime, everyone can transmit HPV to their partners. Therefore, it is recommended to get tested for HPV regularly to protect yourself and your partner.
Some other HPV tests in the market require vaginal swap which are only applicable to women. However, INDICAID™ HPV Urine Test detects the presence of HPV virus DNA from users’ urine sample only, which is applicable for both men and women.
Women should avoid collecting urine sample for the test during menstruation as excessive impurities might affect test result.
Yes, pregnant women can use the test.
Yes, all users must be aged 18 or above.
Users of any nationalities are welcome to use the test, as long as you can provide a Hong Kong delivery address and a Hong Kong phone number for verification.
No. The test is only applicable to humans at the moment.
Activate your kit online
- Scan your unique QR code
- Fill out the online form
- Choose your sample submission method
Collect your urine sample
- Collect first 90-100ml of the urine stream to the urine collection bottle
- Empty the preservative into the urine collection bottle containing your urine sample
- Re-cap tightly the filled urine collection bottle. Gently invert 3-5 times to mix the urine with the preservative
Pack & return your sample
- Fill out the sample label and paste it on the filled urine collection bottle
- Place the filled urine collection bottle into the sample bag and seal it
- Place the sealed sample bag into the outer bag and seal it
- Based on selected sample submission method, return sample within 24 hours after your urine collection
No, you can maintain normal sex life before the test.
Yes, but please avoid drinking excessive fluid prior to urine collection.
You should store the sample between 15-30°C and avoid sunlight.
After scanning your unique QR code, you can choose your sample submission method via the online form, including sample pick-up ($120) / drop-off.
Please ensure your urine sample is returned and packed correctly, otherwise your submitted sample will not be processed and no refund will be granted:
- Scanned your QR code to complete the form and choose the sample submission method
- Emptied the preservative into the urine collection bottle containing your urine sample
- Filled out the sample label and pasted it on the filled urine collection bottle
- Had your sample picked up / dropped off on or before the expiry date listed on the test kit
You can drop off your sample to one of the following locations within 24 hours after your urine collection:
- Central - PATHLAB, Room 1502B, Crawford House, 70 Queen's Road Central (MTR Exit D2)
- Causeway Bay – PATHLAB, Room 1208, Capitol Centre, 5-19 Jardine's Bazaar (MTR Exit F)
- Causeway Bay – Hong Kong Health Check: 14/F, Fortune Centre, 44-48 Yun Ping Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
- Jordan - Hong Kong Health : 4/F Reception Centre, HKHC Tower, 241-243 Nathan Road, Jordan, Kowloon
- Mong Kok - CS Healthcare Medical Centre: Room B, 14/F, Hua Chiao Commercial Centre, 678 Nathan Road, Mong Kok, Kln
- Kwun Tong – PATHLAB, Unit 304, 3/F, Entrepot Centre, 117 How Ming Street (MTR Exit A2)
- San Po Kong - PHASE Lab, 8/F, Artisan Lab, 21 Luk Hop Street, San Po Kong, KLN (Diamond Hill MTR Exit A2)
- Tsuen Wan – PATHLAB, Rm 2203F, Nam Fung Centre, 264-298 Castle Peak Road (MTR Exit A1)
- Yuen Long – PATHLAB, Room 1205, 12/F, Kwong Wah Plaza, 11 Tai Tong Road (Light Rail: Tai Tong Road)
- Shatin – PATHLAB, Room 805, 8/F, Tower 1, Grand Central Tower (MTR Exit B)
- Shatin – Hong Kong Health Check: Shop 208-211, 2/F, Citylink Plaza, 1 Shatin Station Circuit, Shatin, New Territories
*Remember to click on the link from your sample collection confirmation SMS, and scan the QR code on the sample collection box to confirm your sample submission.
Pick-up service is currently unavailable for remote areas. You can choose to drop off your sample to our drop-off points.
Should you wish to change your arrangement for sample pick-up, please contact our customer service at 3700 8888.
Test report will be available via email & SMS.
Digital lab test report issued via SMS and email 5 working days after the lab receives the sample.
Your sample will be processed at the PHASE LAB.
In cases HPV is detected, please seek medical advice. INDICAID specialists will also get in touch with you to offer you assistance
Routine HPV screening tests for cervical cancer should be done. If you experience any swelling, bleeding, pain or other discomfort, seek medical advice promptly.
Please contact our customer service at 3700 8888 for a receipt.
