Cervical Screening
Who Should Come For Cervical Screening?
Cervical screening is a quick test to check your cervix for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV).
We do not offer appointments for routine smear tests. This must be arranged via your GP practice. You’ll be invited for routine screening every 5 years if you have a cervix and are between 25 and 64 years of age.
If you are attending the sexual health clinic for another reason and a smear is due, we may be able to offer a smear test at the same appointment.
My Body Back West of Scotland Service
This service offers cervical screening (smear tests) for people who have experienced rape or sexual violence and are due or overdue for the screening test.
Click here to view the My Body Back Project.
Trans and non-binary people
Even if you have had a hysterectomy you may still have a cervix and are still eligible for screening. Please speak to your GP if you have any queries.
Are smear tests guaranteed to stop women getting cancer?
Regular smear tests prevent 80 – 90% of the cancers that would occur if they weren’t done.
Speak to your GP if you experience:
· Unusual discharge
· Bleeding after sex
· Bleeding between periods
· Bleeding after the menopause
These are usually caused by something other than cancer but it’s important to have them checked.
Useful links:
Further information about cervical screening, who is invited and what to expect
Information in other languages
Smear tests for people who have experience rape or sexual violence
Smear test information for people with a learning disability
