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Importance of Cervical Cancer Screenings

Getting screened for cervical cancer can help you take charge of your health. Screenings can help find cancers before they have spread or caused symptoms. Cancers that are found early are often easier to treat.

Cervical Cancer Screenings are covered by Carolina Complete Health.
There is no cost to the member.

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What Tests Are Performed at a Cervical Cancer Screening?

  1. Pap Test: This test finds both cervical cancer and changes in cells of the cervix before they become cancer. These are called precancers.
  2. HPV Test: This test is used to find signs of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection in the cells of the cervix. Certain types of HPV are linked to cervical cancer. Sometimes, the HPV test is done along with the Pap test. It's then called an HPV/Pap co-test.
  3. Pelvic Exam: This exam is often done along with Pap and HPV tests. It can help find some cancers of the uterus and other parts of the female reproductive system.

Cervical Cancer Statistics

  • Cervical cancer is most frequently diagnosed in women between the ages of 35 and 44, with the average age being 50.1
  • Each year, about 14,360 Americans are diagnosed with cervical cancer.1
  • The five-year relative survival rate for cervical cancer when caught early (localized stage) is 91%.2

Source: 1American Cancer Society and 2National Cancer Institute

Assistance with Scheduling an Appointment

If you need help making an appointment for a cervical cancer screening, please contact Member Services at 1-833-552-3876 (TTY 711) from 7a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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