What does recall cytology smear mean

All results files must be formatted correctly and quality checked before electronic transmission to call and recall.
On receipt of the results file from the laboratory, the call and recall service must validate and process the laboratory link file and issue a confirmation of receipt back to the sending cervical screening laboratory.

Cervical cytology is a screening tool.
It aims at detecting precancerous conditions of the cervix, not cervical cancer.
Precancerous conditions do not produce symptoms.
If gynaecological symptoms exist (e.g. post menopausal or post coital bleeding etc) referral to gynaecologist should be considered especially in women over 40 years.

Individuals are recalled every 3 years until they turn 50, when the recall interval changes to every 5 years.
Automatic recall stops when the next test due date ( NTDD) is on or after their 65th birthday.
Ceasing guidance describes the clinical circumstances under which individuals may not be eligible for screening.

The NHS CSP sends the first invitation for cervical screening when individuals reach the age of 24.5.
Individuals are recalled every 3 years until they turn 50, when the recall interval changes to every 5 years.
Automatic recall stops when the next test due date ( NTDD) is on or after their 65th birthday.