For Patients | GenPath Women's Health

A new phase in your life means a new way of looking at testing during your Ob-Gyn visit. Depending on your clinical history or situation, your healthcare provider may suggest GenPap – a revolutionary test that will simplify your visit as well as give you and her the answers that will ensure your proper care and prepare you for the next step in your life.

What is GenPap?
GenPap is the most cutting-edge test currently available that will detect organisms in the vaginal/cervical area that may potentially cause you some issues now or sometime in the future. GenPap tests for causes related to the following diseases, infections or conditions: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Bacterial Vaginosis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Anogenital Warts, Cervical Cancer, Trichomonas vaginalis, Cervicitis, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis, Anogenital Herpes (Herpes simplex 1 and 2), Nongonoccocal Urethritis (NGU), Chancroid, Lymphogranuloma venereum (Chlamydia trachomatis L1, L2, L3), and Syphilis.

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Who is GenPap for?
GenPap is essentially for all women. There are different profiles depending on the woman’s needs or situation.

PID/Infertility Profile
This profile is important for women who are trying to conceive or are planning to conceive in the near future. It tests for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea,and other types of bacteria that may cause an infection. PID (or Pelvic Inflammatory Disease) is a serious infection that can lead to pregnancy complications or infertility.

STI Screening/Pregnancy Profile
If you are pregnant, it is essential that you are given a comprehensive test to ensure that you do not have a disease or infection that may cause harm to your baby during the pregnancy. This screening profile will detect all those organisms and will help you and your healthcare provider manage your pregnancy. This screening profile is also essential to give women peace of mind when entering a new relationship or if they have had unprotected sex.

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Cervicitis/Vaginitis/Urethritis Profile and/or the STI Lesion Profile
Sometimes, women have issues in their genital region and find it hard to communicate with their healthcare provider. It could be an infection that they’ve decided to self-treat, but the issue keeps coming back. A woman can have a suspicion that something just isn’t right. The C/V/U profile or the STI Lesion Profile will help you and your healthcare provider get the answers and eliminate the cause of pain or discomfort.

What is an STI?
STI stands for sexually transmitted infections, but is a general term that covers most vaginal infections. It is not a judgment or a reflection of a lifestyle to get the test done.

What are the diseases/infections that GenPap covers?
Chlamydia/Gonorrhea, HPV, Herpes, Genital lesions, Cervicitis, Urethritis, Vaginitis. Some are sexually transmitted, while others are caused by different factors such as douching, IUD, antibiotics, poor hygiene, medical conditions such as diabetes, etc.

What happens if I am positive for an organism?
Depending on the organism that was found, your doctor may prescribe topical or oral antibiotics, anti-fungal remedies, and may suggest that your partner be tested as well. Some organisms are “silent” and do not exhibit any symptoms. Your doctor may suggest repeat testing after prescribing medication. Your doctor may also choose a wait and see approach in instances where the situation may correct itself without medication.

Is this a blood test?
The GenPap will be part of your pelvic exam. The doctor will collect a sample from the vaginal/cervical area, just as they would during a Pap exam.

How much is this test going to cost me?
Coverage depends on your insurance company. For women who do not have insurance or want to pay out of pocket, GenPap is offered at a very affordable price through our Community Health Advocacy Program. Ask the front desk for more information.

If you have a question regarding sexually transmitted diseases or cervical cancer, please visit these recommended organizations;

American Social Health Organization (ASHA): http://www.ashastd.org/
Centers for Disease Control (CDC): http://www.cdc.gov/std/

If you have a questions regarding the testing services offered by GenPath Womens Health, please submit them using this ASK A QUESTION form.

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