Cervical screening: HPV Home Test Kit

£95.00 free shipping

Private, at-home swab test
Delivered to your door
Results within five working days

Why screen for HPV?

If left undetected, HPV can cause changes to the cells of the cervix that may develop into cancer over time.

What is an HPV test?

An HPV test checks for high-risk strains of human papillomavirus. HPV is a very common virus passed through skin-to-skin contact, particularly during sexual activity. Most people never know they have it.

This self-sampling kit lets you collect the sample yourself using a vaginal swab. The swab collects cells from the vaginal walls.

What’s included

A vaginal swab (this looks like a long cotton bud with a soft tip)
A sample tube/container (often with preservative liquid inside)
Transport pouch
Request form
An instruction leaflet
A pre-addressed return mailing box

How it works

1. Order your kit — we’ll post it to you

2. Collect your sample — a quick vaginal swab in the privacy of your own home

3. Post it back — using the Freepost mailing box provided

4. Get your results — within five working days straight into your Perci Health record

This test is currently only available to members based in the UK. Where possible, please post your sample back Monday–Thursday. Avoid posting on Fridays, weekends or UK public holidays to prevent potential postal delays.

What your results mean

HPV not found (negative): No further action is needed. You’ll be advised to continue with cervical screening. Your private self‑sample does not replace NHS cervical screening. You should still attend cervical screening when invited, every five years, even if HPV is negative.

HPV found: High-risk HPV has been detected. You will need to book in for a cervical screen with your health care provider. If no abnormal cells are found you will be invited for a repeat cervical screen in 12 months.

HPV found, with abnormal cells: You’ll be referred for a colposcopy — a more detailed examination of your cervix.

Inadequate sample: The sample wasn’t sufficient for testing. You’ll be sent another kit. This is uncommon with self-sampling.

FAQs

Who is this test for?

This test is suitable for people based in the UK, aged 25 and over who have a cervix, have not been previously diagnosed with cervical cancer, have not had their cervix removed and are not currently having follow-up for HPV or abnormal cells.

Can I do this test wrong?

You can’t do it wrong. The swab only goes a few centimetres in and collects cells from the vaginal walls. Even if it feels awkward, the sample will be adequate.

Is this test private and confidential?

Yes. Your results are shared with you through your Perci Health record.

Will you share my results with my GP?

If any of your screening results come back as abnormal, we would like your permission to share a brief clinical summary with your registered GP.

What we share: A short, secure summary of the abnormal result only — nothing more. We will never share your full Perci Health record with your GP without your specific consent.

Why it matters: Your GP is responsible for your ongoing primary care. Without this information, they cannot arrange follow-up tests, make referrals, or factor your result into future care decisions. Delaying sharing an abnormal result can affect your health outcomes.

If you say no: We will respect your choice. However, please be aware that:

Your GP will have no record of the result and cannot initiate follow-up care
It will be your responsibility to share the result with your GP and arrange next steps
For some results, prompt action is clinically important — we encourage you to speak with a member of our nursing team if you are unsure

You are in control: You can change your preference at any time by contacting us at hello@percihealth.com.

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