For Pap test we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Cancer, Nutrition, Sex, Sexual Health and Women's Health.

Pap Test (Cancer)

The collection of cells from the cervix for examination under a microscope. It is used to detect changes that may be cancer or may lead to cancer, and can show noncancerous conditions, such as infection or inflammation. Also called a Pap smear.

Pap Test (Nutrition)

Microscopic examination of cells collected from the vagina and cervix to test for signs of cancer.

Pap Test (Sex)

A test for cervical cancer done by examining cells scraped off the cervix during a pelvic examination.

Pap Test (Sexual Health)

AKA a “pap smear”, this is a procedure used to examine the cells of a woman’s cervix in order to detect infection, hormonal conditions, and cancerous or pre-cancerous cells. Women should have this test once a year (it's usually a routine part of a gynecological exam) starting at age 18 or when they become sexually active.

Pap Test (Women's Health)

This test finds changes on the cervix. To do a Pap test, the doctor uses a small brush to take cells from the cervix.

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