Which cytologic test, usually performed in outpatient settings, suggests the probability of a need for further testing for cancer cells?

a. Chest radiography
b. Koch test
c. Papanicolaou (Pap) test
d. Tine test


C
Preventive testing (Pap test) and screening reduce the risks for cancer and increase the chances of early treatment and is the most commonly performed screening test.

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