Do I need the test?

You may not think you need to take the Cervical Screening Test for a number of reasons. For example, you have had the HPV vaccine, underwent a hysterectomy or are over a certain age. Or you may think it unsafe if you are pregnant.

Cancer Council encourages all women between the ages of 25 and 74 to take the Cervical Screening Test so it’s important to understand why. Here we answer some of the most commonly asked questions about why you should take the test.