Gynaecological Investigations

These are the main investigations used in Gynaecology, from the vagina inwards...

Transvaginal ultrasound

Stick an ultrasound probe into the vagina, covered in lubricant and a condom.

Smear test

Scrape a swab off the cervix with a brush, and send it for testing. Tests for cervical cancer and is done on sexually active women between 25-65 every three years.

Colposcopy

A magnifying glass camera, that you put on the cervix, then view on a small screen.

Curettage

A sharp tool is inserted through the cervix and scrapes against the uterine wall in order to scrape off a sample to check for cell abnormalities.

Biopsy

Removal of tissue with an intrauterine device.

Hysteroscopy

Same as colposcopy, but on the uterus.