Do various genotypes of Mycobacterium leprae from Mexico reveal distinct geographic distribution?
The difference of the proportion of each genotype between the western areas and the eastern areas indicated the expansion of leprosy through different paths in Mexico.
FISH can be performed on cervicovaginal liquid-based preparations to detect gain of 3q26. Gain of 3q26 is associated with HSIL and SCCA. This test may be an adjunct to cytology screening, especially high-risk patients.