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Mid-cycle (i.e., approximately 14 days after your last period, 14 days before your next period).
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Can you get your menstrual cycle early from a pap smear exam?
A pap smear will not change the timing of your menstrual cycle.
Can a pap smear change your menstrual date?
i doubt it.. ill see because im gettin one today
When is the best time in your cycle to have a pap smear?
Getting a pap smear right between periods is easiest and most comfortable. You can get a pap smear anytime you're not bleeding heavily, though.
What makes ball point pens smear?
ink being wet
Can you get pregnant if you get a pap smear?
no. a pap smear will test for general cell abnormalities of the cervix. the doctor maybe able to better determine via visual inspection during the pap smear if further testing for anything visually abnormal may be needed (std's, etc). Fertility usually involves a test of a females ovarian reserve (usually measured on days 2-4 of a menstrual cycle, the norm being day 3) which can be done with a urine test (at home) or blood test. this mesure the quantity and quality of the eggs you have left. there are of course other tests to determine the health and vigor of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, etc. But a pap smear cannot be used to determine fertility.
If you are a virgin should a pap smear still be recommended?
No
Should you always use sterilized water for smear preparation?
Yes, when you are performing smear preparation, you should always use sterilized water. This will ensure that nothing contaminates your slide.
Why is a ball point pen better than the fountain pen?
because it wont smear
Should a pap smear be done if you are pregnant?
Yes, when I was pregnant i had a pap smear done just to make sure everything is ok, there is no worry......
If a pap smear is done soon after your period will your pap smear show up as being abnormal?
More commonly if you schedule your PAP just before your period can cause it to come back abnormal. But if your follow up is normal, don't worry. Many women have a couple abnormal over the years with no other problems.
Can a doctor read a pap smear during the menstrual cycle?
My doctor told me that they could. I have had an appointment scheduled for a while now and I started my cycle today. I called and told them about it and asked if I should reschedule and they said, "they can do it and they have seen it all." I was like ok.
How long should the length of a blood smear be on a microscope slide?
About 1 drop should be enough
