Women ages 30 through 65 can then be screened every 5 years with Pap and HPV cotesting or every 3 years with a Pap test alone. The guidelines also note that women with certain risk factors may need to have more frequent screening or to continue screening beyond age 65.
Petioles support leaf growth. Also called the leaf stalk, the petiole is actually an extension of the leaf in certain plants. It is the structure that connects the leaf to the stem or trunk of most vascular plants.
When you are done with this page, try the Stems Quiz. The stem is a part of the plant that holds up other structures such as the leaves and flowers. This is important as the leaves need to be held up to the sun to get its light for photosynthesis and the flowers need to be held up to be available for pollination.