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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 (HPV) â a common sexually transmitted infection that can cause cervical cancer in some women.
A Pap smear is a test of the cells obtained from the cervix of the female. The cervix is the part of the uterus that extends into the vagina. This test is named after Dr. George Papanicolaou who invented the technique.The Pap smear has been in widespread use since the 1950's and is one factor in the drop of cervical cancer rates by over 70% since its introduction.he most recent guidelines recommend the first Pap smear at age 21, and every two years during the 20's. After age 30, Pap smears can be every 3 years if accompanied by a negative HPV test. These guidelines are for women who have never had an abnormal Pap smear.