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Pap smear |
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Pap smearor Papanicolaou smearSample of cells from the vagina and cervix of the uterus for laboratory staining and examination to detect genital herpes and early-stage cancer, especially of the cervix. Developed by the Greek-born U.S. physician George Nicolas Papanicolaou (1883–1962), this technique also can be applied to cells obtained from other surfaces. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A mathematic modeling study based on the UK screening population estimated that not providing screening for HPV-negative women at age 50 would save as much as 25% of resources for smear tests and 18% for colposcopies; however, the savings would be accompanied by an increase in the incidence of invasive cancers of [approximately equal to] 2/100,000 women annually (15). Percentage distribution of women, by responses to true-false questions measuring knowledge about Pap testing, by question, according to response Question (and correct response) Correct Incorrect The purpose of the Pap smear test is to: Check your ovaries (False) 20. Pap smear: Women who are sexually active or over 21 should have a Pap smear test every one to three years as determined by your doctor. |
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