Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 30 to 69 Women only

Evaluating self-sampling versus clinician-sampling for HPV testing in cervical cancer screening

Official title: Evaluating the Impact of Different Methods of HPV DNA Testing for Cervical Cancer Screening in Primary Care Settings

Run by National Healthcare Group Polyclinics · NCT06528184 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if self-sampling for HPV testing can find more cases of high-risk HPV compared to traditional testing done by a doctor, to see if it could be a better option for cervical cancer screening.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages30 Years to 69 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment650 (estimated)
SponsorNational Healthcare Group Polyclinics
Government
Locations1 site (Singapore, Singapore)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 5, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 10, 2025
Trial IDNCT06528184 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are females aged 30-69 who are due for cervical cancer screening and have previously engaged in sexual intercourse.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are virgins, pregnant, or have a history of cervical cancer or total hysterectomy may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of self-sampling for HPV DNA testing compared to traditional clinician-sampling in primary care settings. It is a multi-center, randomized controlled trial where participants will be offered either clinician-sampling or, if declined, self-sampling for HPV testing. The primary goal is to determine if self-sampling increases the detection rates of high-risk HPV DNA by at least 7.7%. The findings will provide insights into the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of implementing self-sampling in routine cervical cancer screening.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to higher detection rates of HPV, improving early diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with self-sampling approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 30-69 years old female Singapore citizens
* Due for cervical cancer screening
* Engaged in sexual intercourse before
* Able to give informed consent
* Able to read and communicate in English, Chinese or Malay

Exclusion Criteria:

* Virgo intacta
* Pregnancy
* History of cervical cancer, precancerous cervical lesions and total hysterectomy

Where it's running

  • National Healthcare Group Polyclinics
    Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.