Description

For sample adult women who ever had a cervical cancer test (CRVTSTEV), CRVTSTPAP indicates if they had a Pap test at their most recent cervical cancer screening. According to the 2021 Field Representative's Manual, a Pap smear or Pap test "is a procedure in which cells are removed from the cervix to check for cervical cancer or cell changes that may lead to cervical cancer. A Pap smear may also help find other conditions, such as infections or inflammation." Prior to 2019, NHIS offered a set of related but distinct variables covering the receipt and timing of Pap tests (see PAPHAD1YR).

CRVTSTHPV is fielded every other year (beginning in 2019) as part of a broader set of rotating core NHIS content covering preventive screening. For more information on related variables covering cervical cancer screening tests, please see CRVTSTEV.

Comparability

This variable is completely comparable over time.

Universe

Availability

• 2019, 2021

Weights

• 2019, 2021 : SAMPWEIGHT