Pap vaginal smear

Pap vaginal cell smear is also called a cervical smear. It refers to taking a small amount of cell sample from the cervix, placing it on a glass slide, and then studying whether it is abnormal under a microscope. Inappropriate people: menstruating women. Contraindications before the examination: (1) During the menstrual period, the blood will interfere with the interpretation of the smear and is not suitable for examination. (2) Before the examination, avoid washing the vagina in a bath to prevent the abnormal cells in the vagina from being washed out, resulting in insufficient smear and affecting the diagnosis. Basic Information Specialist classification: gynecological examination classification: vaginal secretion examination Applicable gender: whether women are fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: normal Positive: The test results were positive, that is, it was found that very small changes in the cervical cells were detected and may have cervical cancer. Tips: Forbidden sexual intercourse for the first three days of the examination. Normal value The test results were negative and no changes in cervical cells were detected. Clinical significance Abnormal results: The test results were positive, that is, it was found that very small changes in the cervical cells were detected and may have cervical cancer. Regular cervical smear examination is an effective measure for early detection of cervical cancer. A simple smear test can prevent at least 90% of cervical cancer. People who need to be examined: middle-aged and older women. Precautions Taboo before inspection: (1) During menstruation, because the blood interferes with the interpretation of the smear, it is not suitable for examination. (2) Before the examination, avoid washing the vagina in a bath to prevent the abnormal cells in the vagina from being washed out, resulting in insufficient smear and affecting the diagnosis. (3) Before use, avoid using vaginal suppositories or sexual intercourse to prevent the drug and sperm from interfering with the interpretation of the smear under the microscope. Requirements for inspection: gynecological examinations are easy to check clothes on the day, and skirts of moderate length are a good choice. Inspection process After the aseptic long cotton was taken, the cervical cells of the ankle were slightly removed, and placed on a slide containing 1 or 2 drops of physiological saline, and immediately examined under a microscope. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate people: menstruating women. Adverse reactions and risks There are no related complications and hazards.

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