A 26-year-old woman presents for routine care. She is sexually active, has no immunocompromising condition, and had a normal Pap test 3 years ago.

Question

A 26-year-old woman presents for routine care. She is sexually active, has no immunocompromising condition, and had a normal Pap test 3 years ago. Which of the following is the most appropriate screening recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Cervical cytology every 3 years

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High-risk HPV testing every year

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Stop screening after a normal result

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Cervical cytology every 6 months

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Colposcopy as routine screening

Cervical cancer screening — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

A 26-year-old woman presents for routine care. She is sexually active, has no immunocompromising condition, and had a normal Pap test 3 years ago. Which of the following is the most appropriate screening recommendation?