Cutting Edge Testing
What's Next for the PASS System After TTS, CET Pullouts?
With the sudden withdrawal of Cutting Edge Testing (CET) this week — a year and a month after the withdrawal of Talent Testing Service (TTS) — the PASS system of adult industry performer testing has entered a period of uncertainty, but its director and board members hope this will result in an improved status quo that will provide more options for talent health services.
PASS to Host Town Hall on Industry Testing
The Performer Availability Screening Service (PASS) will hold an industry town hall Friday morning to address the abrupt departure of Cutting Edge Testing from the PASS system and "discuss the next steps for ensuring safety for performers on set."
CET Head Raises Questions About TTS COVID-19 Testing
Dr. Peter Miao, the veteran adult industry physician who oversees the PASS-approved Cutting Edge Testing (CET) draw center, has expressed “major, major concerns” about the non-FDA-approved, $35 COVID-19 test being offered by his competitor Talent Testing Services (TTS).
FSC-PASS Announces Free Screenings at CET Starting Monday
For three days next week, Cutting Edge Testing will offer free stand-alone chlamydia/gonorrhea tests at its new Sherman Oaks office as well as at its satellite stations.
CET Offers Free Panel Month
Cutting Edge Testing (C.E.T) has announced its designation of September as “Wellness Awareness Month,” during which it will provide a complimentary good-health panel at the same time as performers receive standard testing.
Cutting Edge Testing Makes Staff Changes
Cutting Edge Testing said Friday that it will be business as usual after the testing clinic changed staff this past week.
Cutting Edge Testing Offers Next-Day Results in Las Vegas
Cutting Edge Testing on Tuesday announced it is now offering a 24-hour turnaround for test results in Las Vegas.
Syphilis-Positive Porn Performer Mr. Marcus Apologizes, Admits to Altered Test
Adult performer Mr. Marcus told XBIZ Tuesday that he is “very sorry” for altering his STI test result that showed he tested positive for syphilis, saying he only worked with the altered test because his doctor assured him that he would not be contagious after taking a shot of penicillin and waiting at least 10 days before any sexual activity.
Cutting Edge Testing Adds New Draw Stations
Performer testing service, Cutting Edge Testing (CET) has added new drawing stations in Phoenix, AZ., Seattle WA., and Orlando, Fla.
Cutting Edge Testing Opens Facility in Fort Lauderdale
A new performer testing site for the adult industry is now available in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Aptima vs. Abbott: Performer Testing Debate Reaches Fever Pitch
The debate over using Abbott or Aptima for HIV performer testing reached a fever pitch this week among stakeholders in the adult film industry.
APHSS Adds Cutting Edge Testing to Program
The Free Speech Coalition has added Cutting Edge Testing to its APHSS program.
New Adult Testing Facility Opens
A new adult testing facility has opened called Cutting Edge Testing.