What does a positive TCT test mean?

What does Tct positive mean? When we are examined, we actually don’t understand and need the doctor to explain it to us. Therefore, we usually need to look carefully at the results we get after the examination and then understand what they mean. After we checked, we found that we were fine. We didn't realize it until our condition worsened, but it was too late. Many people don’t understand TCT positivity, so let’s discuss it now.

What does a positive cervical tct test mean?

It could be precancerous lesions or cervical cancer. Generally, in this case, the probability of each level of precancerous lesions is more than 40%, while the probability of invasive cancer is relatively small, approximately between 1-2%. To establish a definitive diagnosis, the first step is to perform a colposcopy, and under the guidance of the colposcopy, perform a cervical puncture biopsy to obtain a pathophysiological diagnosis. We have turned cytology (TCT), colposcopy, and pathology into a three-step diagnostic process for cervical cancer, and pathophysiological diagnosis is the gold standard.

Other test results

1. Fungal, Trichomonas, and Herpes Virus Infections The cervical TCT examination can detect fungal, Trichomonas, and herpes virus infections. These infections are mostly multiple infection symptoms, and doctors can carry out corresponding medication treatment based on the test results.

2. Inflammation: When the beneficial bacteria in the cervix of the body change, it is easy to cause abnormal changes in cervical cells. Further examination is recommended.

3. ASC-US refers to abnormal squamous cells with undoubted morphological characteristics and pathological properties. It is the basis for the diagnosis and identification of cell pathophysiology, but it is not wrong to remind them that they are precancerous lesions and regular follow-up visits are required for confirmation. It is atypical squamous cell hyperplasia, indicating that the somatic cells have atypia. In this case, it is best to do a colposcopy to check HPV-DNA. Follow up with TCT after half a year. Sometimes some low-risk HPV infections will improve after half a year, and the results will be different.

4. ASC-H test result If ASC-H appears, it means that the human body is likely to have precancerous lesions, but it cannot be accurately diagnosed. The doctor will continue to perform a colposcopy on you to further confirm the diagnosis of your condition.

5. LSIL When the test results show LSIL, it means that there are abnormal precancerous cells in the body, and the next step of regular examination and treatment should be carried out immediately.

Seeing a lot of abbreviations and capital letters, we may really not understand what they mean, but we can consult a doctor, so as to avoid ignoring any problems that we have. Regarding TCT positivity, we have a rough idea that it is actually quite serious and we need to seek treatment as soon as possible.