- Cells from the cervix
- Under a microscope
- Timing set by guidelines
What is a Pap test?
A Pap test, or Papanicolaou test, is a procedure that removes a small sample of cells from the cervix.
Cells are looked at under a microscope to see if they are normal or abnormal.
A Pap test is done every 1 to 3 years, depending on your province’s or territory’s screening guidelines and your health history. A woman who has been treated for a precancerous condition of the cervix will usually have a Pap test every year for the rest of her life.
A Pap test is done to screen for and help diagnose precancerous conditions of the cervix and cervical cancer. It is done to help diagnose precancerous conditions of the vagina and vaginal cancer, and also to diagnose infection and inflammation in the lower female reproductive tract.
Pap tests are also done to follow up after an abnormal Pap test or to monitor precancerous conditions. They are used to check for abnormal cell changes or to see if cancer comes back (recurs) after treatment.
Before you book
Common questions
How do I book an appointment?
- Choose the service on our appointments page.
- Click the picture or name to book your appointment.
We offer both Naturopathic and Nurse Practitioner services. Please be sure to select the correct practitioner when booking. If you have any questions, please call our office at 705.586.7873.
Which practitioners can I book with?
- Dr. Allan Price, B.Sc., ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Medical Director - Dr. Tara O’Brien, H.B.Sc., ND
Naturopathic Doctor - Phil Beauchamp, NP
Nurse Practitioner - Dr. Megan Brousseau, HBSc, ND
Naturopathic Doctor
Each takes bookings through their own online schedule. You can read about them on our about page, or go straight to appointments.
What happens at a first appointment?
When you visit Pure Wellness, your health care provider will complete a full assessment of your health and medical history so that any condition you are suffering from can be addressed in an appropriate manner.
When is the clinic open?
- Monday – Thursday: 9am – 5pm
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday: Closed
Our other practitioners have availabilities outside of these listed hours. Please visit their websites or contact them directly for more information.
Where is the clinic?
1933 Regent Street, Unit #10, Sudbury, ON P3E 5R2. We are located on the OUTSIDE of SouthRidge Mall.
Contact us for anything else.
Ready to book?
Interested to learn more? Please book an initial appointment with one of our Naturopathic Doctors.