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 Silver Spring?

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 Silver Spring?

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.

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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Richmond Hwy

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care

6020 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 223036020 Richmond Hwy

Open until 2:00 pm

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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Richmond Hwy - 6020 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria

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Vista Medical Center - Annandale, (Formerly Annandale Pediatrics)

Vista Medical Center - Annandale

7000 Braddock Rd, Annandale, VA 220037000 Braddock Rd

Open until 8:00 pm

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4.76(207 reviews)

I was in and out in no time. It’s a fairly new facility. The family nurse practitioner, Emelda, was wonderful. Great bedside manner. Offered options for treatment that she explained very well as to the pros and cons of each. If you live or work in the neighborhood, this is the place to go.

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Nova Patient Care, Kingstowne

Nova Patient Care

5876 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 223155876 Kingstowne Blvd

Open until 3:45 pm

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4.38(112 reviews)

Dr. “ Jersey Girl” Pagano was OUTSTANDING 😎. Suggestion - check your computer appointment confirmation notice. Had a 1:30 PM appointment via your computer system and arrived early to find that the office was closed for lunch and will reopen at 2:00 PM. You have a pen pail marked “ DIRTY”. Would it be better to use the word “USED”? Linda Yaeger

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tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Alexandria

tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow)

7598 Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA 223157598 Telegraph Rd

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tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Alexandria - 7598 Telegraph Rd

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tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Germantown

tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow)

12321 Middlebrook Road, Germantown, MD 2087412321 Middlebrook Road

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tru Primary & Urgent Care (truHealthNow), Germantown - 12321 Middlebrook Road

I was there for my DOT exam, however, the entire staff were quite respectful. I took me a reasonable amount of time to complete the whole process. It is my to go to clinic.