A History of HPV Testing: From Research to Routine Screening

Human papillomavirus (HPV) testing has been used by doctors for several decades. The first HPV test was developed in the 1980s, and it was initially used for research purposes. In the early 2000s, HPV testing was approved for clinical use, and it has since become an integral part of cervical cancer screening and prevention. The use of HPV testing has significantly contributed to the reduction of cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates in many countries.