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cervical smear

British  

noun

  1. Also called: Pap test.   Pap smearmed a smear of cellular material taken from the neck (cervix) of the uterus for detection of cancer

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She told how women would arrive "none-the-wiser", expecting a normal medical test - but were instead subject to a "full internal screening" - cervical smear tests and full sexual health checks.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2024

The trust said these women have had a recent smear test as part of the cervical smear screening programme and received the result.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2024

More than 3,000 women affected by the Southern Health Trust's cervical smear review are to have their previous smear slides reviewed alongside having a new smear test.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2024

It might have been avoided if I had kept up to date with my cervical smear tests.

From The Guardian • Feb. 16, 2018

A visit with a "minor" ailment provides the chance to have your blood pressure checked, be reminded that a cervical smear is due or be offered help to quit smoking.

From The Guardian • Mar. 16, 2010