Current Screening Guidelines Primary HPV testing on clinician-collected cervical samples every five years is preferred, as it outperforms Pap smears alone in detecting high-risk HPV strains. Self-collected vaginal HPV samples are now acceptable in some settings, with repeat testing every three years if negative, to improve access for those facing barriers like discomfort or location.... https://avasahospital.com/obstetrics-gynecology/