Pap smear
| Pap smear | |
|---|---|
| Term | Pap smear |
| Short definition | PAP - An enzyme produced by the prostate. It can be found in elevated amounts in men with prostate cancer. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Pap smear - (pronounced) procedure that uses a small brush to gently remove cells from the surface of the cervix and the area around it so they can be examined under a microscope for cervical cancer, or cell changes that can lead to cervical cancer. A Pap test can also help find other conditions, such as infection or inflammation. It is usually done at the same time as a pelvic exam and can also be done at the same time as testing for certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Also called Pap smear and Papanicolaou test
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pap smear
- Wikipedia's article - Pap smear
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