can detect Cervical cancer, precancerous changes, inflammation (vaginitis), infections, and some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The Pap test can occasionally detect endometrial (uterine) cancer or ovarian cancer
No disease is caused by a pap smear it is a test to confirm the existence of the human papillomavirus (HPV) that can lead to cervical cancer.
A pap smear is a cytological test. It is not a chemical test.
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer.
A pap smear can't detect pregnancy. A pregnancy test is required for that purpose.
A pap smear test won't prevent pregnancy.
Yes, lubricants can affect a pap smear.
An HSIL pap smear result is consistent with severe dysplasia.
There is no "pap smear urine test." A urine test may be done at the time of the pap smear to detect other conditions. Talk with your heatlh care provider to find out what tests were done during your exam.
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer. It is a normal part of prenatal care.
Papanicolaou test also known as pap smear test
If by chance you mean "Pap Smear" it is a test preformed by an OB/GYN nurse or doctor to test for diseases such as cervical cancer in women.
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.
It often is called a "Pap smear."