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Cytology collection

  • Thursday, October 31, 2024 11:25 AM
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    Reply # 13425775 on 13416067
    Anonymous member (Administrator)

    I would not recommend self collection.  Anal cytology is completely different than the cervix and STI testing.  It requires more skill and training.  It is often quite uncomfortable and patients therefore might not get an appropriate sample.

    Best,

    Jessica D. Korman, MD
    IANS Standard HRA Course Director

    Last modified: Thursday, October 31, 2024 11:25 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)
  • Thursday, October 31, 2024 10:15 AM
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    Reply # 13425735 on 13416067
    Anonymous member (Administrator)

    IANS does not have a formal policy position, but I think that it’s fair to say that the gold standard is clinician collected and I think that this is what most experts would recommend. 

    Luis Barroso, MD
    IANS President
  • Wednesday, October 09, 2024 6:52 AM
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    Reply # 13417156 on 13416067
    Anonymous member (Administrator)

    At this time, it is not recommended for individuals to self-collect anal cytology due to lack of efficacy data. There are ongoing studies to determine if this is a viable recommendation.  One possibility is that thorough patient education and explanation on collection could make this an option in the future, but this is to be determined.

    Hillary Dunlevy, MD
    Co-Course Director 
    IANS Advanced HRA Course
  • Sunday, October 06, 2024 7:42 AM
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    Anonymous member

    Does IANS have a formal position on the recommendation for patient vs provider collected anal cytology? I know that our practice has historically relied on self-collection, but after the number of unsatisfactory specimens, I have begun collecting myself and have not had any unsatisfactory specimens. 

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