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What are the reasons other than cancer or pre-cancer that glandular cells can show up in a pap smear?
tuberculosis
What does it mean when you have epithelial cells present in a pap smear?
Epithelial cells are a normal part of the anatomy. They are the type of cell checked in a pap smear. If they are present, it's a sign that the pap smear got a decent sample.
What do reactive changes mean in a pap smear?
Mild acute inflammation on a pap smear, by itself, is not a cause for concern. Talk with your health care provider about whether additional testing for infection is required in your situation.
What are polymorphonuclear cells as result in a pap smear test?
Polymorphonuclear cells are white blood cells. These are a nonspecific finding on a pap smear result. Contact your health care provider to find out if any further evaluation is required in your specific situation.
A pap smear is used to detect the presence of abnormal cells in the?
A pap smear is used to detect the presence of abnormal cells in the cervix, most often. Vaginal and anal pap smears are also used.
Can a pap smear stop you from conceiving?
A pap smear does not affect your fertility. You are as likely to get pregnant after a pap smear as you are before a pap smear.
Is a pelvic exam a pap smear?
No, but a pap smear is usually part of a pelvic exam. In a pap smear, cells are scraped from your cervix. In a pelvic exam, the doctor inserts her fingers into your vagina and feels your reproductive organs.
What does it mean if pap smear results show endocervical and or squamous metaplastic cells are present?
Endocervical and/or squamous cells are normal on a pap smear. This notation on your result means the test was complete.
What is the presence of metaplastic cells in a pap smear result?
Metaplasia found on a pap smear result is an indication that sampling was complete. It does not indicate a problem.
What kind of cells does a pap smear detect?
ASC-US. ASC-H ,AGC ,AIS,LSIL ,AND HSIL cells Detect
Should you worry if you have reactive cellular changes in your pap smear result?
Reactive cellular changes on a pap smear result is an old-style result that is no longer used in the US. It is not a result that typically requires additional testing. Ask your health care provider for information specific to your result and pap history.
What can be tested with a pap smear?
A pap smear is a screening test for cancer and precancerous changes of the cervix. An abnormal test result points out the need for additional testing.
