Pap TestWhat Affects the Test
Pap test results may be affected by: - Menstrual blood on the slide. This can make it harder to examine
the cervical cells.
- A vaginal infection.
- The use of
douches or vaginal creams or preparations within 24 hours of the
exam.
- Not enough cells in the sample.
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