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What is the PAP Smear Test?

Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women and if timely intervention is not done then this cancer can be life-threatening too, however, if timely management is done then this cancer is highly treatable. pap smear test helps in diagnosing cervical cancer at an early stage. A Pap smear looks for abnormal changes in cervical cells before they turn into fully cancerous cells . During a Pap smear, cells are also checked for HPV, a virus that can change cells and lead to cancer.

Other names: PAP Smear Test, Cervical Smear, Pap Test, Cervical Cytology, Papanicolaou Test

Why is the PAP smear test done? 

• PAP (Papanicolaou) smear test helps in diagnosing cervical cancer at its early stages.

• Every adult woman needs to get this test done to rule out their risk of developing cervical cancer
• HPV infection is a risk factor for cervical cancer so if your HPV infection test reports positive, then a PAP smear test must be done.
• Women who have a family history of cervical cancer should take this test to determine the risk of developing cervical cancer.
• If you are feeling the symptoms of cervical cancer such as abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal bleeding, early menopause, or irregular menstruation.

Preparation required for PAP smear test

• No specific preparation such as fasting is needed for this test
• Inform your doctor about any medications including over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements you are taking. Because certain substances can affect the result of the test. The doctor may ask you to avoid those substances at least for 8 hours before the test.
• Do not take this test during your periods as it can affect the test results.
• Eat and drink normally before the test and stay hydrated
• Avoid stress and stay calm

Procedure

• Lie on your back on the examination bed
• Then your health care provide uses a tool called a speculum to widen the vaginal area so that the cervix can be seen
• The swab is used to collect the cervical cells. 
• Then these collected sample cervical cells are sent to the lab for further analysis.

Aftercare

Leave your dressing strip on for at least 15 mins.

Cost of PAP Smear Test in Delhi 

The PAP Smear Test cost varies from INR 1000 to INR 2000 based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic center. You can book a PAP- smear test in Delhi with Ganesh Diagnostic Center and get a discount up to 50% off.

Required documents for the PAP Smear Test

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

Best diagnostic center for PAP smear test in Delhi?

Ganesh Diagnostic Center is considered the best diagnostic lab for PAP smear test in Delhi. We have many branches in different locations in Delhi including Hari Nagar, Yamuna Vihar, Nangloi, Derawal Nagar, Rohini, and Mangol Puri. 

• We provide high-standard quality services to our patients. 
• Free home sample collection services are available.
• We also offer facilities for online reporting.
• Our labs are NABL-certified. 
• We are equipped with the latest technologies to provide you with 100% accurate results.
• Highly Skilled Radiologists and Pathologists
• Facility of emergency test services at night.
• Affordable Diagnostic lab with up to 50% discount on many tests. 
• We are open 24X7 and 365 day