It is well recognised that cancer of the cervix is a disease which can usually be prevented if detected early (Department of Health, Housing and Community Services, 1991 Screening for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer p. 1). The detection of cancer of the cervix is achieved through the use of the Pap smear. The Organised Approach to screening has been developed to increase the rate of screening in a population and to improve the outcomes of women who have abnormal smears.