Abstract
Objective: To know the perspective of women enrolled in Basic Units of a municipality in the State of Tocantins in the examination of oncotic cytology., about the oncotic cytology exam. Methods: This is an exploratory descriptive study conducted through an interview guided by a semi-structured instrument from August to October 2019. The results were analyzed using the content analysis technique. The study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee. Results: Most interviewees said they expected good results from the exam, had distorted knowledge of the purpose of oncotic cytology and reported feeling shame, fear and embarrassment during collection. Conclusion: The main perspective presented by women was that the result of the cytological examination did not present any alterations that could compromise their health, in addition to describing negative feelings that may justify the low demand for the performance.