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315 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002315 H St NE
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.75(4 reviews)
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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, H Street - 315 H St NE
The only thing I did not care for was the receptionist. She was a little snobbish and unwelcoming. However, everything else was very nice.
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320 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22202320 23rd St S
Open until11:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
4.14(336 reviews)
Vista Medical Center, Crystal City - 320 23rd St S
We have always spotted this location since we live nearby (5min drive from us). Experience was great. We were the only patients that time and both the front desk the nurse practitioner were super friendly helpful patient and good listeners.

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6020 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 223036020 Richmond Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
5.0(7 reviews)
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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, One - 6020 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria
Excellent care by Jackie.
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1301 S Joyce St, Arlington, VA 222021301 S Joyce St
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 4:45 pm
4.08(13 reviews)
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Nova Patient Care , Pentagon City - 1301 S Joyce St
Booking the appointment was quick and intuitive with the app. Triage was efficient and thorough yet brief. Office staff— so exceptionally genial and professional and warm. Dr. Diome, stellar bedside manner, felt quality of care I received was outstanding, great follow through and support following appointment

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1515 N Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA 222011515 N Courthouse Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
1.5(2 reviews)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Arlington - Courthouse - 1515 N Courthouse Rd
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4501 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 222034501 Fairfax Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
5.0(6 reviews)
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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Arlington - Ballston - 4501 Fairfax Dr
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5876 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 223155876 Kingstowne Blvd
Open until 5:15 pm
  • Mon 9:15 am - 5:15 pm
  • Tue 9:15 am - 5:15 pm
  • Wed 9:15 am - 5:15 pm
  • Thu 9:15 am - 5:15 pm
  • Fri 9:15 am - 5:15 pm
  • Sat 9:15 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 3:45 pm
4.4(108 reviews)
Nova Patient Care, Kingstowne - 5876 Kingstowne Blvd
Dr Sohja was amazing. Very knowledgeable with an amazing bedside manner. I will definitely make him my primary from now on.

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5860 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, VA 220415860 Columbia Pike
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • SunClosed
3.0(2 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

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Nova Patient Care, Falls Church - 5860 Columbia Pike, Falls Church

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3500 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 200163500 Wisconsin Ave NW
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
1.0(5 reviews)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Washington DC - Wisconsin Ave - 3500 Wisconsin Ave NW
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4340 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 200084340 Connecticut Ave NW
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.5(6 reviews)
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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Van Ness - 4340 Connecticut Ave NW
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7598 Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA 223157598 Telegraph Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.42(440 reviews)
tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Alexandria - 7598 Telegraph Rd
I care was excellent, explained well .

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5335 Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA 222075335 Langston Blvd.
Open until11:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sun 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
4.21(886 reviews)
Vista Medical Center,  North Arlington (formerly urgent care center of arlington) - 5335 Langston Blvd., Arlington
The medical provider was fantastic. Very helpful and good bedside manner.

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6288 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 220446288 Arlington Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.7(157 reviews)
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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Seven Corners - 6288 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church
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7000 Braddock Rd, Annandale, VA 220037000 Braddock Rd
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.76(202 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

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Vista Medical Center - Annandale, (Formerly Annandale Pediatrics) - 7000 Braddock Rd
Great overall experience, thank you to all the staff.

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513 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA 22046513 W Broad St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Primedoc - 513 W Broad St

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7740 Gunston Plz, Lorton, VA 220797740 Gunston Plz
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.33(6 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their clean offices

Sparkling Clean

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Lorton - 7740 Gunston Plz, Lorton
Easy to book, friendly staff
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10540 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD 2089510540 Connecticut Ave
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.68(5.8k reviews)
Fast Track Urgent Care, Kensington - 10540 Connecticut Ave, Kensington
Made an appointment for 12pm only an hour beforehand and was seen promptly.

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11406 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 2090211406 Georgia Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Mar 31Closed
4.86(2.2k reviews)
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Access Now Urgent Care, Wheaton - 11406 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring
They’re the best, I wouldn’t change a thing, keep up the good work.

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1953 Gallows Rd, Vienna, VA 221821953 Gallows Rd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
1.0(2 reviews)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Tysons Corner - 1953 Gallows Rd
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10400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 2081410400 Old Georgetown Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
3.0(4 reviews)
AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, North Bethesda - 10400 Old Georgetown Rd
Quick. Everyone was nice and knowledgeable.
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Pap Smear FAQs

  • What is a Pap smear?

    A Pap smear is a routine cervical cancer screening test recommended for women between the ages of 21 and 65. It involves checking the cells in your cervix for signs of precancerous cells and abnormalities, reports DHHS.

  • Why do you need a Pap smear?

    According to DHHS, a Pap smear can help you avoid cervical cancer by catching it in its precancerous stages so it can be effectively treated.

  • Who should have a Pap smear?

    The DHHS recommends having a Pap smear if you are a woman between the ages of 21 and 65 years.

  • How often should a Pap smear be repeated?

    You should have a Pap smear test every three years if you are between the ages of 21 and 29 years. If you are between the ages of 30 and 65, the DHHS recommends having a Pap test every three years, or once every five years if you combine your Pap test with an HPV test.

  • Where can I get a Pap smear in Camp Springs?

    You can get a Pap smear from your doctor during a well-woman exam or at an urgent care center that offers this service. Type “pap smear near me” into your Internet browser to find a nearby provider, or use Solv to locate quality, top-rated providers in your area that offer a Pap smear test.

  • How long do Pap smear results take?

    Pap smear results usually come back within one to three weeks, says the DHHS. It recommends contacting your doctor’s office for results if you haven’t heard back within three weeks.

  • How do I prepare for a Pap smear in Camp Springs?

    A Pap smear test requires very little preparation, according to the NLM. The NLM says that the best way to prepare for your Pap test is to refrain from using tampons, douche products, vaginal creams, and birth control foams two to three days before your test. It also recommends not having sex during this time, and rescheduling your appointment for another day if you are on your period.

  • Does a Pap smear test for HPV?

    According to the NLM, a Pap smear does not test for HPV. However, you can combine your Pap smear with an HPV test, and have this co-test done every five years. Consult with your doctor regarding when you should have an HPV test based on your age and screening history.

  • When should I get a Pap smear?

    According to DHHS, you should have a Pap smear every three years after you turn 21 or once every five years after you turn 30 and want to combine your Pap smear with an HPV test.

About Camp Springs Pap Smears

A Pap smear is a commonly-used medical test that screens for cervical cancer in women.Knowing more about Pap smears and where to find one can help you prevent or detect cervical cancer early on so you can receive treatment.

Pap smear overview

A Pap smear is a cervical cancer screening test for women. According to the National Library of Medicine (NLM), this test involves collecting a sample of cells from the cervix and checking them for signs of cancer. Women with precancerous cells on their cervix can work with their doctors to prevent or treat cervical cancer. A Pap smear is also known as a Papanicolaou test or Pap smear test, adds the NLM.

Pap smear (Pap test): What to expect

The purpose of a Pap smear is to look for the presence of cervical cancer and precancerous cells in the cervix. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reports that precancers in the cervix are usually caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

Pap tests are generally recommended for women between the ages of 21 and 65 years, adds the DHHS. Women should get a Pap smear every three to five years based on their age or as often as recommended by their healthcare providers.

A Pap test usually takes place during a pelvic exam or well-woman exam at your doctor’s office. According to the University of Utah, your doctor will usually ask you to remove your clothing from the waist down, lie on an exam table, and place your feet in stirrups. Then, your doctor will use a long cotton swab to collect a sample of cells from your cervix. Your cell sample will be sent to the lab where it is analyzed for signs of precancers and cervical cancer, noted the University of Utah.

Who needs a Pap smear?

The DHHS recommends a Pap smear for most women between the ages of 21 and 65 years. It suggests that women should still have regular Pap tests even if they are not sexually active, have had the HPV vaccine, or have already gone through menopause.

How often do you need a Pap smear?

If you are between the ages of 21 and 29, the DHHS recommends getting a Pap smear test once every three years. If you are between the ages of 30 and 65, you should have either a Pap smear once every three years or a Pap and HPV co-test once every five years, notes the DHHS.

The DHHS also recommends having a Pap test if you are older than 65 and have never been tested, or if you have not been tested since you turned 60.

How to prepare for a Pap smear

The NLM recommends against using tampons, having sex, douching, and using vaginal creams or birth control foams two to three days before your Pap smear. It also recommends scheduling a Pap smear on a day that you are not having your period. Aside from taking these steps, no other preparation is needed for a Pap smear, according the the NLM.

What happens during a Pap smear?

First, your doctor will ask you to remove your clothing from the waist down and lie on an exam table. Then, according to the University of Utah, your doctor will open the walls of your vagina using an instrument called a speculum, which provides your doctor with a clear view of your cervix.

Your doctor will then insert a long swab into your vagina and gently swipe it against your cervix to collect a sample of cells. Your cell sample will be sent to a lab where it is observed and analyzed for the presence of precancerous cells and cervical cancer, states the University of Utah.

The NLM says a Pap smear causes little to no discomfort for most women, though some women may feel some pressure and mild discomfort that feels similar to menstrual cramps. It adds that some women may also experience some spotting or bleeding afterward, which is completely normal.

What do the results of a Pap smear mean?

Pap smear results can come back normal or abnormal. Notes the NLMl. Your doctor will contact you to discuss your results after they are ready.

Normal Pap smear

A normal Pap result means that the cells in your cervix were found to be normal and that no signs of precancers or cervical cancer were found, notes the NLM. Your doctor will usually recommend coming back in three to five years for another routine checkup.

Abnormal Pap smear

An abnormal Pap result means there were abnormalities detected in your cervical cell sample, reports the NLM. This does not necessarily mean you have cervical cancer. The NLM adds that your doctor may recommend follow-up testing or treatments that can prevent your cell abnormalities from developing into cancer.

How accurate are the results?

The NLM states that the Pap test is not 100% accurate, and that cervical cancer may be missed in a small number of cases. It also recommends making sure you avoid having this test while on your period, as blood can make results less accurate.

Does a Pap smear test for HPV?

According to DHHS, a Pap smear test does not check for the presence of HPV. However, it does check for the presence of abnormal cervical cells, which may be caused by HPV. The DHHS recommends having a routine HPV test if you are aged 30 years or older.

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