Cervical Cancer: Tests & Diagnosis

  • Cervical biopsy for abnormal cervical cell changes

    01/05/09, Healthwise

    A cervical biopsy removes part of the cervix so the tissue can be examined under a microscope. The amount of cervical tissue removed depends on the method used:

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  • Abnormal Pap Test - Exams and Tests

    01/05/09, Healthwise

    You will have a Pap test as part of your routine gynecologic exam. A Pap test is used to identify abnormal cell changes on your cervix and to screen for cervical cancer. Pap test screening is the most effective way to detect early

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  • Cone biopsy (conization) for abnormal cervical cell changes

    01/05/09, Healthwise

    A cone biopsy is an extensive form of a cervical biopsy. It is called a cone biopsy because a cone-shaped wedge of tissue is removed from the cervix and examined under a microscope. A cone biopsy removes abnormal tissue that is high in t

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  • Cervical Cancer - Symptoms

    09/05/08, Healthwise

    Since abnormal cervical cell changes rarely cause symptoms, it is important to have regular Pap test screening. If cervical cell changes progress to cervical cancer, symptoms may develop. Symptoms of cervical cancer may include:

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  • Cervical cancer: Screening - Patient Information [NCI PDQ]

    12/19/07, Healthwise

    Screening is looking for cancer before a person has any symptoms. This can help find cancer at an early stage. When abnormaltissue or cancer is found early, it may be easier to treat. By the time symptoms appear, cancer may have begun to spread.

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  • Cervical Cancer - Exams and Tests

    09/05/08, Healthwise

    The Pap test is a routine screening test used to identify abnormal cell changes of the cervix and to screen for cervical cancer. Regular Pap test screening is the single most important tool in identifying and treating cervical cel

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  • Colposcopy and Cervical Biopsy

    12/13/07, Healthwise

    Colposcopy is a way for your doctor to use a special magnifying device to look at your vulva, vagina, and cervix. If a problem is seen during colposcopy, a small sample of tissue (biopsy) may be taken from the cervix or from i

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  • Pap Test

    08/14/07, Healthwise

    A Pap test is done to look for changes in the cells of the cervix. During a Pap test, a small sample of cells from the surface of the cervix is collected by your health professional. The sample is then spread on a slide (Pap smear) or mi

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  • Cervical cancer: Screening - Health Professional Information [NCI PDQ]

    04/10/08, Healthwise

    This PDQ cancer information summary for health professionals provides comprehensive, peer-reviewed, evidence-based information about cervical cancer screening. This summary is reviewed regularly and updated as necessary by the PDQ Screening and Preve

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