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HSV 1 and 2 are both viruses commonly implicated in genital herpes. They are not typically associated with cervical cancer. By contrast, infection with HPV 16 or 18 is a key risk factor in the development of cervical cancer.
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c
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) 1 & 2
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Hepatitis B and C viruses are associated with blood-borne infections damaging the liver. They are not implicated in cervical cancer. By contrast, infection with HPV 16 or 18 is a key risk factor in the development of cervical cancer. Cervical screening therefore tests for HPV 16 and 18.
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e
Hepatitis B & C
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Infection with HPV 16 or 18 is a key risk factor in the development of cervical cancer. Cervical screening therefore tests for these two viral serotypes.
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) 16 & 18
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Whilst this is the correct virus species, it is HPV 16 and 18 that are more commonly associated with cervical cancer. Cervical screening therefore tests for HPV 16 and 18.
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) 10 & 14
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Epstein-Barr virus infection is not associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer. This virus is more commonly associated with glandular fever. By contrast, infection with HPV 16 or 18 is a key risk factor in the development of cervical cancer.
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b
Epstein-Barr virus type 1 & 2
Concept
Chapter
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Cervical cancer
Topic
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Gynaecology
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A 32 year old woman attends her GP practice for a cervical screen (smear test). The doctor explains that the sample is tested for viruses that increase your risk of developing cervical cancer.

Which of the following two viral serotypes are most commonly associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer?
a