Screenings are typically performed by a healthcare provider during a routine check-up. Here is a brief overview of how some common screenings are conducted:
Pap Smear: A speculum is inserted into the vagina to collect cells from the cervix. HPV Test: Similar to a Pap smear, it involves collecting cervical cells for testing. Mammogram: An X-ray of the breast to detect abnormalities. Pelvic Exam: A physical examination of the reproductive organs. STD Testing: May include blood tests, urine tests, or swabs of genital areas. Bone Density Test: Typically done using a DEXA scan to measure bone density.
