Makayla, a 25-year-old woman, has had sexual intercourse before age 18, and thereafter, she has had multiple sexual partners. Recently, she has been experiencing a burning sensation and pain in her pelvic area. Her doctor suspects that Makayla may be having an abnormal growth of cells on her cervix. In order to alleviate the doubt, Makayla's doctor would have most likely recommended a ________.

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A Pap test, also known as a Pap smear, is a screening test that can detect abnormal cells on the cervix, which may indicate cervical cancer or other conditions. Given Makayla's history of multiple sexual partners, she may be at higher risk for cervical cancer, and a Pap test can help rule out or confirm this possibility. A biopsy may be needed if abnormal cells are found on the Pap test, but it is not the first-line screening tool. A mammogram and PSA test are not relevant to Makayla's symptoms and medical history.

Makayla, a 25-Year-Old Woman, Has Had Sexual Intercourse Before Age