Popularly, it is most often construed to mean the life expectancy at birth for a given human population, which is the same as the expected age at death. However, technically life expectancy means the expected number of years remaining to live, and it can be calculated for any age.
Try not to worry if you've been referred for a colposcopy. It's very unlikely you have cancer and any abnormal cells won't get worse while you're waiting for your appointment. What happens during a colposcopy. A colposcopy is usually carried out in a hospital clinic. It takes about 15-20 minutes and you can go home the same day. During the procedure:
A colposcopy is a way for your doctor to closely examine your vagina, vulva (vagina opening) and cervix. A colposcope is an instrument that your doctor uses to shine a light on the cervix and magnify the view.At the beginning of the colposcopy, you lie back and place your feet in the stirrups as you would for a Pap smear.Your doctor inserts a speculum into your vagina and opens it slightly so he or she can see your cervix. Then your doctor applies a vinegar solution to the cervix and vagina with a cotton ball or swab.The vinegar makes abnormal tissue turn white so your doctor can identify areas that may need further evaluation. If your doctor sees areas of abnormal tissue during the colposcopy, he or she may also perform a biopsy.hen your doctor applies a vinegar solution to the cervix and vagina with a cotton ball or swab. The vinegar makes abnormal tissue turn white so your doctor can identify areas that may need further evaluation. If your doctor sees areas of abnormal tissue during the colposcopy, he or she may also perform a biopsy.