This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Gynaecological oncology, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Following is indication for colposcopy : 
Select and explain. 
A. Suspicious pap smear, B. Obvious mass seen, C. Suspected invasive carcinoma, D. Patient who refuse biopsy
A: Suspicious pap smear
Answer: A: Suspicious pap smear 
Explanation: Colposcopy is a method of visualization of cervix under magnification While Pap smear detects abnormal cells, Colposcopy locates the abnormal lesion The aims of colposcopy are: To study the cervix when Pap smear detects abnormal cells To locate abnormal areas and take a biopsy To study the extent of abnormal lesion Conservative surgery under colposcopic guidance Follow-up of conservative therapy cases. Reference : Textbook of Gynaecology; Sheila balakrishnan; 2nd edition; Pg no:299,302