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Papanicolaou smear (Pap smear)This is a test that determines if there are any abnormalities in the cells of the cervix. The sample that is taken is then sent to a lab to be examined.
 
PCOSPolycystic Ovary Syndrome
 
PCT (Postcoital test)This is a test of cervical mucus and activity of the sperm.
 
Pee stickHome Pregnancy Test
 
PGPregnant
 
PID (Pelvic inflammatory disease )This is inflammation of the pelvis, this occurs as a result of a sexually transmitted disease or an infection.
 
PMSPre-menstrual Syndrome
 
Posterior FontanelleIs soft spot at the back of the babies head, it closes/fuses at around 6 weeks of age.
 
ProgesteroneA hormone that is secreted from the ovary after ovulation, this is also produced during pregnancy by the placenta.
 
ProlactinA hormone produced by the pituitary. The levels of prolactin can be determined through a blood test; this can help determine if it is preventing failure to ovulate properly.
 


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