Cervical screening
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Cervical screening (smear test) is a quick test to check your cervix (neck of the womb) for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV).
About cervical screening
You will be invited to make your cervical screening appointment with your local GP practice.
If you plan to take up your screening appointment let the GP practice know if you:
- need an interpreter
- have a disability
- need any additional help
Cervical screening – what to expect at your appointment
This Public Health Scotland video explains what to expect at your cervical screening appointment.
Important: Cervical screening at NHS inform
See more information at NHS inform about cervical screening, including information in BSL and alternative languages.
Cervical screening (smear test)Important: Cervical screening information in Easy Read format
We want health screening information to be accessible to everyone.
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