Cervical Screening

How to book

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.