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The Pap test is a simple, painless test where a speculum is placed in the vagina and a small sample of cells are removed from the cervix with a scraper and a swab. The sample is sent to the lab to look for abnormal cells, including cells that may lead to cancer.
Currently there are two accepted methods of screening: the conventional Pap test and a newer method that is also useful if a test for the humanpapilloma virus (HPV) is desired.
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