Cervical Smear (Noun)
Meaning
A sample of secretions and superficial cells of the uterine cervix and uterus; examined with a microscope to detect any abnormal cells.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor explained that the cervical smear was a routine procedure for detecting any abnormalities in the uterine cervix and uterus.
- The patient felt slightly uncomfortable during the cervical smear but the doctor assured her it was over quickly.
- She made sure to get her annual cervical smear check as it was essential for her health and detecting potential problems early.
- It's essential to note that not all countries require an annual cervical smear for healthy women but they recommend getting checked periodically.
- If a woman experiences abnormal cervical smear results her doctor might request that she get more tests or get the test redone to rule out a possible incorrect result.