<prompt> First pap smear should be done at:First visit to gynaec opdBefore 18 yrs of age3 yrs after 1st intercoursePerimenopausal period  <response>: Ans C Ref: Williams Gynaecology Page 626PAP testAvoid during menstruation. Abstain from vaginal intercourse, douching, vaginal tampons, medicinal contraceptional cream for atleast 24-48hrs before test. Treat any cervicitisvaginitis prior to test Sampling of transformation zone is of importance for sensitivity of testScreening of guidelines American cancer society ACS Initiation: 3 yrs after lsl intercourseby age 21 whichever is earlier.Intervals.Age 30Annual conventional smearEvery 2 yrs liquid based cytologyAge 30Every 2-3 yrs after 3 consecutive negative testIn high risk cases HIV- 2 testsyr during 1st year of diagnosis of HIV, then yearlyDiscontinuation: at 70yrs, if 3 negative tests in last 10 yrs. Post hysterectomytotal hysterectomy 