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What test is needed to diagnose a cervical polyp seen during the pap exam (if it's cancerous, cause, etc.)? does the pap test give any info on polyp?

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Pathology: The only sure way to diagnose a polyp and determine if there is any malignancy is to remove the polyp and submit it for examination by a pathologist.

Answered 1/9/2018

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