The common method of screening for Cervical Cancer in the community is–

Correct option is C

Sol. The Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) method is a simple, low-cost, and effective screening tool for detecting early cervical cancer, especially in low-resource settings. In VIA, acetic acid (vinegar) is applied to the cervix, and any precancerous lesions turn white, which can be seen with the naked eye. It helps in early detection and immediate treatment or referral.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Ultrasound – Not used for cervical cancer screening. It is more helpful in identifying pelvic or abdominal masses but doesn’t detect precancerous cervical lesions.
· (b) Blood smear – Used in diagnosing blood-related disorders like malaria or anemia. It has no role in detecting cervical cancer.
· (c) Visual inspection with acetic acid – Correct Answer. Recommended by WHO in community health programs due to its simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and high sensitivity in detecting cervical precancerous changes.
· (d) CT scan – Useful for staging already diagnosed cancers but is expensive and not used for routine community-level screening.