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Integrating human papillomavirus testing as a point-of care service using GeneXpert platforms: Findings and lessons from a Kenyan pilot study (2019-2020).

Valerian MwendaJoan-Paula BorMary NyangasiJames NjeruSharon OlwandePatricia NjiriMarc ArbynSteven WeyersPhilippe TummersMarleen Temmerman
Published in: PloS one (2023)
HPV testing can be performed on GeneXpert as a near point of care platform. However, triage compliance and testing TAT were major concerns. We recommend strengthening of the screening-triage-treatment cascade and expansion of testing capacity, before adoption of a GeneXpert-based HPV screening among other near point of care platforms in Kenya.
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