Cervical Cytology Services
DML is New Zealand’s leading provider of cervical cytology testing services with an established reputation and experience in reporting of cervical cytology over the past 60 years. We hold a contract with the National Screening Unit (NSU) http://www.nsu.govt.nz meeting all the standards of the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP). We also perform ancillary testing for women having cervical smears, including Chlamydia testing for specialist referrals, and when required, HrHPV testing.
DML works in a partnership arrangement with the Cytology section at Auckland City Hospital’s LabPLUS, supporting their accreditation for cervical cytology. Both laboratories have selected the ThinPrep® liquid based cytology method for their cervical smears. ThinPrep® is used by all specialist gynecologists and by over 92% of all general practices in the greater Auckland region and at hospital outpatient clinics in Auckland and Northland.
In January 2011 DML launched automated primary screening of liquid based cytology using the ThinPrep® Imager system. The move to automated screening meets the objectives of the NCSP and reflects a worldwide trend to automated primary screening for cervical cancer. Click here for more information.
Clinical Relevance of Unsatisfactory Results
Lower unsatisfactory rates do not equal a better screening process
NCSP Standards
All laboratories performing cervical cytology hold a contract with the National Screening Unit and must meet the NSCP Operational Policy and Quality Standards (OPQS). LabPLUS and DML are the only laboratories in the Auckland region to hold a contract and meet all the requirements of the standards.
High Risk Human Papilloma Virus (HrHPV) Testing
All ThinPrep® sample vials are stored on-site at DML. They are retrieved for HrHPV testing if a smear shows evidence of any abnormalities that qualify for testing under the funded NCSP criteria.
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Contact:
Dr. Mee Ling Yeong: myeong@dml.co.nz DDI: 571 6465
Dr. Reena Ramsaroop: reena.ramsaroop@dml.co.nz DDI: 571 6455
Elizabeth Pringle, Cytology Manager: lpringle@dml.co.nz DDI: 571 6421