title: Hybridization methods other than PCR: an update.
abstract: To detect the presence of HPV DNA in samples of differing origin, a variety of hybridization methods are available. The advantages of each of these methods are discussed. Recent improvements to certain methods, that increase the value of their practical application, are highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Referenzzentrum für humanpathogene Papillomviren Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, Heidelberg, Germany.
authors.forename: E M
authors.initials: EM
authors.lastname: de Villiers
mesh_terms: D004279:DNA, Viral / Q000032:analysis*; D006801:Humans; D015336:Molecular Probe Techniques; D027383:Papillomaviridae / Q000145:classification* / Q000235:genetics; D016133:Polymerase Chain Reaction
chemical_list: D004279:DNA, Viral