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To book a cervical screening test please submit an online consultation, phone reception and speak to a patient navigator or use the NHS app. Please note that directly bookable smear appointments are only for cervical screenings, no other medical problems will be discussed.
Cervical screening (a smear test) checks the health of your cervix. The cervix is the opening to your womb from your vagina.
It's not a test for cancer, it's a test to help prevent cancer.
All women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64 should be invited by letter.
How it's done
Cervical Screening
When to book
You can book an appointment as soon as you get a letter.
Age
When you're invited
Under 25
Up to 6 months before you turn 25
25 to 49
Every 3 years
50 to 64
Every 5 years
65 or older
Only if 1 of your last 3 tests was abnormal
If you missed your last cervical screening, you do not need to wait for a letter to book an appointment.
