Question

A 50-year-old woman with no prior cervical screening presents for care. She declines pelvic exam but is willing to consider alternatives. Which is acceptable per evolving USPSTF framework?

Accepted Answer

Primary hrHPV screening every 5 years from ages 30-65 (clinician-collected; self-collected may be an option)

Answer

No screening if asymptomatic

Answer

Pap annually starting at 30

Answer

HPV testing every year

Answer

Stop screening at 50 if negative once

Practice question

A 50-year-old woman with no prior cervical screening presents for care. She declines pelvic exam but is willing to consider alternatives. Which is acceptable per evolving USPSTF framework?