High-Risk Human Papilloma Virus (HrHPV) Testing (DNA Test) for early detection of cervical cancer

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HTA Council Recommendation (as of 13 March 2025)

The HTA Council positively recommends High Risk Human Papillomavirus (HrHPV) DNA Test for financing of the Department of Health (DOH) and/or PhilHealth. HRHPV DNA test is recommended for cervical cancer screening in women ages 30 – 65 years, every 5 years as long as the test adheres to the minimal characteristics specified in the WHO Target product profiles (TPPs) for human papillomavirus screening tests to detect cervical pre-cancer and cancer (2024) (See below for more details).

Relevant Information

  • Status: With Final HTA Council Recommendation
  • Topic Assignment: Internal Assessment
  • Policy Question: Should High Risk Human Papillomavirus (HrHPV) DNA Test for cervical cancer screening in women aged 30–65 years old be funded by PhilHealth or the DOH?
  • Secretary of Health Decision: Acknowledged as of 25 March 2025

Evidence and Relevant Documents

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