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This study explored the feasibility and acceptance of self-sampling using \u2018M-strip\u2019 for high-risk HPV DNA (hr-HPV DNA) testing from MB.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n<jats:sec>\n<jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n<jats:p>One hundred and eleven women aged 30-50 yr without a previous diagnosis of pre-cancer or cancer used the M-strip to collect the MB sample. The strip was peeled off the sanitary pad after use, sent in a zip-lock pouch, and tested for high-risk human papillomavirus (hr-HPV) DNA by real-time polymerase chain reaction (rt-PCR). Instructions were provided verbally, in video illustration, and print. Feedback from participants regarding acceptance and comfort in sampling was documented, and from women who refused to participate.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n<jats:sec>\n<jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n<jats:p>Seventy-seven women provided MB samples, all of which were evaluable. Six tested positive for hr-HPV DNA, and all six had direct cervical smears obtained subsequently. Randomly selected HPV DNA-negative MB samples were also tested by direct cervical smear. Positive and negative MB samples were 100 per cent in concordance with the findings from direct cervical smears. Participants expressed a high level of acceptance and preference for this method.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n<jats:sec>\n<jats:title>Interpretation &amp; conclusions<\/jats:title>\n<jats:p>Women could successfully collect adequate samples with the M-strip for hr-HPV DNA testing. 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