Pap smear

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Use

cervical /vaginal smear

Facts

• A Pap smear is a microscopic examination of cells taken from the cervix.
• When a Pap smear is ordered, an HPV DNA test also may be requested for women over the age of 30.
• The Pap smear is the best tool to detect cervical cancer in its earliest stage.
• Please remember the best time for a pap smear is before or after your menstrual period.
• How will I know what my Pap smear result is? The Pap smear is sent to a lab.

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