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What is a screening test in which cells are scraped from the cervix and examined to detect cervical cancer?
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∙ 10y ago
The initial screening test for Cervical cancer is the Pap smear. This test is not specific, however; the more specific test used when the smear indicates the need for further treatment is the cervical biopsy.
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∙ 11y ago
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When do people get cervical cancer screening?
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Can a cervical cancer screening see if your a virgin?
No. But since cervical cancer is caused by a sexually transmitted virus, cervical screening is usually only recommended for someone who has been sexually active.
Why is it important to have a cervical smear?
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer.
How are cervical tissue samples examined for cancer?
The tissue sample will then be examined under a microscope for the presence of cancerous cells.
What is a pap smear test all about?
It is a screening test of a woman's uterus to look for pre-cancerous and cancerous cells. If you have them done regularly, any changes can be looked out for and checked out. During a pap smear, a tool is used to take cells from the outer opening of the cervix, the uterus and endocervix. The cells are examined under a microscope to look for abnormalities. I have enclosed a link in the related links which will give you some more information
What can you detect with a pop smear?
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer.
Can ovarIAN cancer be picked up with cerVICAL cancer?
Ovarian cancer and cervical cancer have nothing in common other than the fact that they occur in the female reproductive tract. Cervical cancer can be detected early with pap smears and other screening tests, and prevented with HPV vaccine. There are few, if any, screening tests for ovarian cancer. Only hormonal contraception has been shown to lower the risk of ovarian cancer.
Can a cervical cancer screening result say weather you are virgin or not?
First, "virginity" is not a medical concept. Cervical cancer screening can't determine if you've had sex before. If you have a positive HPV test, then it may be obvious that you've probably had sex.
At what age is a cervical cancer screening recommended?
Cervical cancer screening is recommended from the age of 25 onward. The reason for this is that early detection can prevent 75 percent of cancers from developing.
Why do you need a cervical smear test?
A cervical smear is a screening test for cervical cancer and precancerous changes on the cervix. It allows early treatment if a problem is found.
What does it mean for pap to be normal?
A normal pap is a good thing! It means there are no abnormal cervical cells, which is what they look for when screening for Cervical cancer.
What is a cervical smear?
A cervical smear is a screening test used to detect pre-cancerous and cancerous cells by taking a sample of cells from the cervix.
