WIP Instructions: HPV Preventive Test
Instructions for the HPV Preventive Test
With our HPV preventive test, you can easily and safely conduct an important health examination conveniently from home – without a doctor's visit. This guide will take you step by step through the process, from preparation to sample collection and shipping.
General Instructions
Please read the instructions carefully in advance and follow each step.
- It is best to bring the sample to a Deutsche Post branch (mailbox drop-off) on the day of collection. Store the sample in the refrigerator until shipping.
- Keep the container out of reach of children.
- The sample should not be taken during menstruation.
- Use the container only once and avoid direct sunlight.
- Do not perform the test if the sample container is open upon arrival. In this case, please contact us.
- Do not perform the test during menstruation, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, pregnancy, or within the first 6 weeks after childbirth.
- A vaginal swab is required for this test. You will need free hands for this.
- Open the sample container only immediately before use and ensure that the swab tip only touches the areas specified in the instructions.
- Suitable only for persons over 18 years of age.
- If you have any questions, contact us via email at support@probatix.de.For more information, please visit our contact page or our FAQ.
Step 1: Preparation
- Wash your hands with soap and dry them. You can also use the enclosed gloves.
- Prepare all materials: treatment unit (tube with green cap), absorbent pad, plastic bag, return envelope.
Step 2: Execution
- Go to your toilet. Place some toilet paper in the toilet bowl. The bowel movement should occur over the toilet paper. Avoid contact with water or urine.
- Unscrew the green cap with the sampling stick. Do not hold the tube upside down.
- Insert the sampling stick at four different spots, not too deep into the stool. Then, swipe crosswise over the surface.
- Ensure that all indentations are filled with stool. Do not take an excessive amount of stool.
- Screw the green cap back onto the tube tightly.
- Invert the tube several times. It must not be opened again.
Step 3: Shipping
- First, place the tube in the provided plastic bag (sticker bag) and seal it.
- Place the plastic bag in the return envelope.
- Bring the sample to the post office by the next day at the latest.