Search: cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN)

glandular cell

A type of cell found in the cervical canal (endocervix).

human papillomavirus (HPV)

A group of viruses that can cause infection in the skin surface of different areas of the body including the genitals. Some strains increase the risk of cancer, including cervical cancer. Also called a wart virus.

large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ)

A procedure used to remove cervical tissue for examination.

Pap smear (Pap test)

A test in which cervical cells are removed and sent to a laboratory for examination….