A patient's Pap smear shows 'NILM'. What is the clinical implication?
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Correct answer: The smear shows no intraepithelial lesion or malignancy
NILM stands for 'Negative for Intraepithelial Lesion or Malignancy.' This is the standard category for a normal result, though it may include benign reactive changes or organisms like Candida.
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