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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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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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

According to the Public Health Agency, the new process means women will get their results much quicker which will also help tackle the backlog of cervical smear tests.

From BBC Jan. 25, 2024

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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