Pap Smear / Cervical Screening Test

The Pap smear / cervical screening test is a simple procedure which only takes a few minutes. Cells are collected from the cervix and placed onto a slide / sample bottle. The specimen is sent to a laboratory where the cells are tested for anything unusual. If abnormal changes are found at screening, further tests will be done to see if treatment is needed.

 

All women over 25 who have ever been sexually active are advised to have a Pap smear / cervical screening test every five years, even if they no longer sexual active.