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 Sterling?

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 Sterling?

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, Arlington - Courthouse

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care

1515 N Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA 222011515 N Courthouse Rd

Open until 8:00 pm

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1.67(3 reviews)

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Arlington - Courthouse - 1515 N Courthouse Rd

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Access Now Urgent Care, Wheaton

Access Now Urgent Care

11406 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 2090211406 Georgia Ave

Open until 6:00 pm

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4.86(2.2k reviews)

Had a very painful and infected cyst on my back, the ladies up front were amazing and the doctor took very good care of me. I will definitely go back for any medical needs

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Medics USA, Dupont Circle Urgent Care

Medics USA

1700 17th St NW, Washington, DC 200091700 17th St NW

Open until 6:30 pm

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4.16(19 reviews)

Good treatment. Very competent.

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Nova Patient Care , Pentagon City

Nova Patient Care

1301 S Joyce St, Arlington, VA 222021301 S Joyce St

Open until 5:30 pm

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4.2(15 reviews)

If you find that you need an urgent care center, this place is open on Sundays. I immediately made an appointment this morning, feb 18, 2024. I had to work today, was about 20 minutes late for my appt, and they were so pleasant when I arrived. I thought I had an ear infection; turns out I had a massive amount of ear wax in my left ear. Sarah and Jessica were very friendly and personable. Doctor Courtney was also very thorough. I'll be picking up my prescription at Walgreens tomorrow. Sarah was gentle and she removed so much wax from my ear. What a blessing to have this urgent care center near my job. I highly reccomend this amazing urgent care center.❤🙏

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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Rhode Island Ave

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care

1730 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 200361730 Rhode Island Ave NW

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4.1(461 reviews)

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Rhode Island Ave - 1730 Rhode Island Ave NW

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Nova Patient Care, Kingstowne

Nova Patient Care

5876 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 223155876 Kingstowne Blvd

Open until 5:15 pm

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4.32(113 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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NextCare Urgent Care, Woodbridge

NextCare Urgent Care

12581 Milstead Way, Woodbridge, VA 2219212581 Milstead Way

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4.47(5.4k reviews)

NextCare Urgent Care, Woodbridge - 12581 Milstead Way, Woodbridge

Friendly environment and everything is on point . Will go there again.

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Vista Medical Center, Crystal City

Vista Medical Center

320 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22202320 23rd St S

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4.21(388 reviews)

I came in for an urgent care visit late in the evening when the other urgent care centers were closed. NP Debela was caring, empathetic, nonjudgmental and highly knowledgeable. I couldn’t ask for a better provider. I’m very satisfied with the care I received and will return to her next time.