Diagnosis typically begins with a pelvic exam and a Pap test. If abnormalities are found, further diagnostic tests such as a colposcopy (a close examination of the vagina and cervix with a special magnifying instrument) and a biopsy (removal of a small tissue sample for laboratory analysis) may be performed. Imaging tests like MRI, CT scans, and PET scans can also help determine the extent of the cancer.
