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Your doctor or health provider performs a Pap Smear to look for cervical and/or vaginal cells that are cancerous or could be potentially pre-cancerous. The smeared cells or cell suspension is placed on a glass slide, stained with a special dye (Pap stain), and viewed under a microscope by a cytotechnologist or pathologist. The Pap test can also be used to detect vaginal or uterine infections. This allows infections to be treated promptly, thus avoiding further discomfort or more serious complications.
Follow the links below to find resources relating to pap tests or smears.
Reviewed September 2009
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Pap tests after hysterectomy
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Better Health Channel
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Women may still need Pap tests (Pap smears) after a hysterectomy, depending on the type of hysterectomy they have had and the reasons for the surgery. Your medical specialist or doctor can advise if you still need a regular Pap test to screen for cervical cancer.
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Sep 2009
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) - immunisation
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection which usually does not cause any symptoms.
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Aug 2009
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Cervical cancer: Student factsheet
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Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
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This student factsheet explains what cervical cancer is, how common it is, who gets it, screening policy, the advantages and drawbacks of Pap smears, the use of newer technologies in screening and treatment for abnormal smears.
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Jul 2009
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) - immunisation
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection which usually does not cause any symptoms.
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Jun 2009
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) - immunisation
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection which usually does not cause any symptoms.
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Jun 2009
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Pap tests explained
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Better Health Channel
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The Pap test is a quick and simple check for changes to the cells of the cervix that may lead to cervical cancer. All women aged between 18 and 70 years should have a Pap test every two years, vaccinated or not. Most women who develop cervical cancer either have not had a Pap test or have not had them regularly.
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Feb 2009
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National Cervical Screening Program: about the program
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Program aims to achieve optimal reductions in the incidence of, and morbidity and mortality attributable to, cervical cancer at an acceptable cost to the community.
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Dec 2008
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Pap tests and women with disabilities
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Better Health Channel
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The Pap test is our best protection against cervical cancer. However studies suggest that women with sensory, physical, intellectual or psychiatric disabilities are less likely than other women in the community to have regular two yearly Pap tests.
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Sep 2008
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Pap test abnormalities
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Better Health Channel
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Most abnormalities detected by a Pap test indicate infections or conditions that either clear up by themselves or respond to simple medical treatment. Abnormal cell changes are graded according to their severity. If changes are left untreated, they may progress to cervical cancer.
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Sep 2008
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Pap smears
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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A Pap smear is a test that is done to check for changes to the cells of the cervix (the neck of the womb at the top of a woman's vagina).
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Jun 2008
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Cervical screening in Australia 2005-2006
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
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The major objective of the National Cervical Screening Program is to reduce morbidity and mortality from cervical cancer by maximising early detection. The report provides a comprehensive national picture of cervical screening in Australia for 2005-2006.
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May 2008
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Cervical cancer: Glossary
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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An explanation of terms used on the National Cervical Screening Program website.
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Apr 2008
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Pap tests for all women
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Better Health Channel
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Every woman aged between 18 and 69 who has ever had sex including lesbians should have a Pap test every two years. Pap tests (also called a Pap smear) detect abnormalities in the cells of the cervix before they develop into cancer. Abnormal results are usually due to conditions that clear up naturally and are easily treated.
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Mar 2008
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PAP test
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Also known as PAP Smear. What is a Pap test? A screening tool. Cancer of the cervix. Recommended frequency for Pap tests. Results. Treatment of abnormal results. Useful resources
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Jan 2008
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Pap tests and older women
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Better Health Channel
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Pap tests or Pap smears are important to detect cervical cancer. The risk of cervical cancer increases with age, yet older women have the lowest screening rates of any age group.
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Oct 2007
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Cervical screening in Australia 2004-2005
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
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This report provides a comprehensive national picture of cervical screening in Australia for 2004-2005. The report presents most recent information on participation in cervical screening, rate of early re-screening, low-grade and high-grade abnormalities detected, incidence of cervical cancer and mortality.
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Jun 2007
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National Cervical Screening Campaign. Information for health professionals
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Regular Pap smears can help prevent up to 90 per cent of the most common type of cervical cancer. The majority of Australian women consult a general practitioner at least once a year, which means general practitioners play a crucial role in encouraging women to screen regularly.
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Sep 2006
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