Routine Care & Wellness
Who should have a Pap examination?
Every woman should have an annual Pap examination when she becomes sexually active or turns 18 years old - whichever comes first. Regular Pap examinations should continue after menopause and after a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus).
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This information about Pap examination is used with permission and courtesy of the College of American Pathologists.