In this case, the Pap smear should be repeated. If no abnormalities are found, the Pap smear results are called negative. If an abnormality is found, then the results of the test are positive. Minor cells changes of unknown cause. The situation will be assessed.
Minor cell changes unlikely to progress to cancer.
Cell changes that may progress to or are in the early stages of cancer. Abnormal cells are present in the cervix. Mild cellular dysplasia. The term dysplasia is used to describe cells that undergo a series of changes in their appearance. They appear abnormal under a microscope but do not invade nearby healthy tissue.