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Medical Tests

Medical Tests
Information on medical tests, including how to prepare, what to expect, and what the results mean.


Pap Test

Pap Test

Why It Is Done

A Pap test is done to look for changes in the cells of the cervix. Finding these changes and treating them when needed will greatly lower your chance of getting cervical cancer.

A Pap test is usually done as part of a woman's regular pelvic exam. For more information, see the medical test Pelvic Examination.


Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS Last Updated: August 14, 2007
Medical Review: Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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