The Pap test (PAP Test) is used to detect precancerous and cancerous cells in a woman's cervix. The cells are examined under a microscope for abnormalities of potentially precancerous changes usually caused by the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus (HPV).

The test can also detect infections and other abnormalities of the cervix and endometrium.

It is recommended to be repeated once a year in sexually active women.

When the results indicate the possibility of HPV infection, we recommend extra testing on HPV DNA detection and typing.