Cervical screening is not a test for cancer. It is a method of preventing cancer by detecting and treating early abnormalities which, if left untreated, could lead to cancer in a woman's cervix (the neck of the womb). The first stage in cervical screening is taking a sample using Liquid based Cytology (LBC). A sample of cells is taken from the cervix for analysis. A doctor or nurse inserts an instrument (a speculum) to open the woman's vagina and uses a spatula to sweep around the cervix. Most women consider the procedure to be only mildly uncomfortable. Early detection and treatment can prevent 75 per cent of cancers developing but like other screening tests, it is not perfect. It may not always detect early cell changes that could lead to cancer. Please note currently the NHS does not screen women less than 25 years of age, as it is considered the risk is low (although this is under review). We are here to offer you piece of mind with our screening service and our results are available in 1 week. Cost (inclusive of all fees): £130.00Cervical Cancer ImmunisationGARDASIL is the only cervical cancer vaccine that helps protect against 4 types of human papillomavirus (HPV): 2 types that cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and 2 more types that cause 90% of genital warts cases. GARDASIL is for girls and young women ages 9 to 26. The NHS cervical cancer immunisation programme uses the HPV vaccine that covers 2 of the main viruses responsible for cervical cancer. We only immunise using Gardasil due to its broader anti viral action. There is a age restriction on the NHS, currently girls aged between 16 and 18 from autumn 2009, and girls aged between 15 and 17 from autumn 2010 will be treated. We are happy to immunise all young women from the age of 9 years to 26 as indicated by the Gardasil licence. Cost (full 3 injection course): £500.00Please follow these links for more information: GardasilClear Health Cervical ImmunisationDo you have a question?
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