Question

What are 5 tests for further evaluation of abnormal Pap test results?

A) Colposcopy, HPV DNA testing, Endocervical curettage, Cone biopsy, Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP)
B) Mammogram, Blood glucose test, Bone density scan, MRI, Chest X-ray
C) ECG, CBC, Thyroid function test, Lipid panel, Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test
D) Urinalysis, Liver function test, Amylase test, Lipase test, Stool culture

Answer 1

The 5 tests for further evaluation of abnormal Pap test results include colposcopy, HPV DNA testing, endocervical curettage, cone biopsy, and loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP).

Step-by-step explanation:

The 5 tests for further evaluation of abnormal Pap test results are:

1. Colposcopy: This is a procedure in which a doctor uses a special microscope called a colposcope to examine the cervix and detect any abnormal areas.
2. HPV DNA testing: This test checks for the presence of high-risk types of HPV (human papillomavirus) that can potentially lead to cervical cancer.
3. Endocervical curettage: It involves scraping a sample of cells from the endocervical canal to check for abnormal or pre-cancerous changes.
4. Cone biopsy: Also known as conization, it is a surgical procedure to remove a cone-shaped piece of tissue from the cervix for further examination.
5. Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP): It uses a thin wire loop heated by an electrical current to remove abnormal cervical tissue for analysis.