Hi! i'm 27 years old. I want to know what is the right age for women to start getting regular pap tests done? And what is the purpose of getting regular pap tests?

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Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician6yrs exp

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A pap smear is used to screen for cervical cancer. The pap smear is usually done in conjunction with a pelvic exam. In women older than age 30, the pap test may be combined with a test for human papillomavirus. Let's have a detailed discussion for better advice and healthy lifestyle.

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