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What Does A Normal Pap And The High Risk Hpv Mean?
Papanicolaou test
Normal Values
A normal value is negative, meaning there are no abnormal cells present.
Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
What abnormal results mean
The current system divides the abnormal results into these main areas:
- ASCUS or AGUS (atypical cells of uncertain significance): These changes may be due to infection with HPV but may...
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