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Published on December 03, 2018
Thanks to Pap smears and human papillomavirus tests, cases of cervicalcancer are declining. Know what you need and when you need it.
These two common tests check different things.
A Pap smear checks cervical cells for any abnormalities. An HPV screening looks for the virus that puts you at risk for cervical cancer.
The OB-GYNs at Meritas Health Pavilion for Women can answer your questions about cervical health and many other women’s health topics.
Pap smearA Pap smear checks cervical cells for any abnormalities.
HPV testHPV screening looks for the virus that puts you at risk for cervical cancer.
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