HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus. Men who are infected with the HPV virus will have a cauliflower-shaped, papillary or spiky growth on the penis, foreskin, glans, perineum and anus. The diagnosis of condyloma acuminatum can be made by performing an acetic acid test if it turns grayish in color under the action of acetic acid. A laboratory test can be done clinically to detect the human papilloma virus by using a brush to remove cells for DNA testing. If the warts are localized, they can be excised and a pathological section can be taken to confirm the diagnosis of HPV infection in the laboratory. The current blood test for HPV antibodies only proves that the patient has HPV infection, but it does not mean that he or she has warts. In addition to genital infections, HPV can also infect the face causing flat warts and the fingers causing common warts.