How often is cervical cancer screening with a Pap test usually recommended for women aged 21 to 29?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Every 3 years
- Step 1: Guidelines advise a Pap test every 3 years for women in this age group. Step 2. More frequent testing adds little benefit. Answer: every 3 years. Why not the others: waiting for symptoms misses early disease.
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