How is a Pap smear performed?

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  1. Dr. Lauren Streicher
     
    Dr. Lauren Streicher answered:
    Most women are familiar with the basic process: a speculum is inserted into the vagina in order to sample cells from the surface and canal of the cervix. The cells are then sent to a lab, where they are checked for abnormal cell growth, also known as dysplasia, cervical intraepithelial neoplasia or CIN.
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    Most women are familiar with the basic process: a speculum is inserted into the vagina in order to sample cells from the surface and canal of the cervix. The cells are then sent to a lab, where they are checked for abnormal cell growth, also known... More