The Purpose of Swabbing the Cervix with Acetic Acid During

question 4

Multiple Choice

The purpose of swabbing the cervix with acetic acid during colposcopy is to

• A) Allow visualization of abnormal areas
• B) Kill microorganisms present on the cervix
• C) Numb the cervix to reduce pain
• D) Control bleeding

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