Athena Womens Clinic

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Cervical Screening Tests

Cervical screening tests (also known as pap smears), detect the HPV virus in the cervix.

When the cervix is infected with HPV, it is possible for cervical cancer to develop. This is preventable, and that’s why it’s important for anyone with a cervix aged 25-74 to have a cervical screening test every 5 years.

The test involves taking a swab of the cervix through the vagina, which will then be tested for HPV. The swab can be taken by yourself or by one of our Doctors. If you have questions about this procedure, please give us a call.

Cervical Screening