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cervical smear

British

noun

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

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While it is not mandatory for all cervical smear testing laboratories to be accredited, BBC News NI understands that all laboratories involved in the screening programme had been accredited prior to these sanctions being imposed.

From BBC • Nov. 2, 2023

It is understood there is a massive backlog of cervical smear tests which have yet to be checked across all of the health trusts - this is due to a shortage of specialist staff.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2023

Women should have a cervical smear test every three and a half years if they are between 25 and 49, and every five and a half years if aged between 50 and 64.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2023

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

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