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What is the purpose of pap smear? diagnose precancerous conditions?
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Cervical cancer: The pap smear will screen for cervical cancer or pre cancerous conditions. Most pap smears can be combined with hpv testing which will improve the screening results.
Answered 11/26/2013
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