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Colposcope
Pronunciation
Definition 1
A lighted magnifying instrument used to check the cervix, vagina, and vulva for signs of disease. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
A speculum which is inserted into the vagina for examination of the tissues of the vagina and cervix by means of a magnifying lens. (NCI Thesaurus)
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