Popularly, it is most often construed to mean the life expectancy at birth for a given human population, which is the same as the expected age at death. However, technically life expectancy means the expected number of years remaining to live, and it can be calculated for any age.
Try not to worry if you've been referred for a colposcopy. It's very unlikely you have cancer and any abnormal cells won't get worse while you're waiting for your appointment. What happens during a colposcopy. A colposcopy is usually carried out in a hospital clinic. It takes about 15-20 minutes and you can go home the same day. During the procedure:
It may also appear yellow or skin-toned and, because of its thickness, look like human tissue. It is also common for the discharge to have an acidic or vinegary smell. During the colposcopy, your doctor applied a vinegar solution to your cervix to help identify any abnormal tissue. It should go away in a day or two.