2024年2月28日 · Stool tests are an easy, at-home way to check for potential signs of colorectal cancer. They’re also far less invasive, intense and uncomfortable than a colonoscopy.

2024年10月16日 · Cologuard, an at-home screening test for colon cancer, can be an easier way to detect cancer risk. Is it an alternative to a colonoscopy? Find out.

2024年10月17日 · There are several tests, some of which can be done at home. Most people should begin screening for colorectal cancer soon after turning 45. A screening test is used to look for a disease when a person doesn't have symptoms. (When a person has symptoms, diagnostic tests are used to find out the cause of the symptoms.)

2024年2月14日 · While colonoscopies remain the most effective way to screen for colon cancer, and abnormal results on a home test will still require a colonoscopy, there are a variety of at-home colon cancer...

2021年2月4日 · Cologuard is a noninvasive, effective and affordable at-home colon cancer screening test that requires no prep. We’re the only noninvasive screening test that looks for both abnormal DNA and blood in your stool.

2021年3月8日 · Colonoscopy remains the gold standard for colon cancer screening, but at-home tests are an attractive alternative that may increase screening rates. Dr. Derek Cheng, a gastroenterologist at Cedars-Sinai wants people to consider the at-home testing option.

2019年3月12日 · A recent meta-analysis found that fecal blood tests, which are available by prescription and can be done at home, are associated with increased screening rates. (Patients still need a colonoscopy if there is an abnormal result, to diagnose cancer or remove polyps to prevent cancer.)

2024年12月24日 · There are pros and cons to different screening types. While colonoscopy is the most effective screening exam for colorectal cancer, there are screening kits you can do from the comfort of your home.

2024年3月5日 · It's best to talk to your health care provider about which form of colon cancer screening is right for you. However, if you are at increased risk of colon cancer, a colonoscopy is likely the best option. It is more accurate in determining the presence of disease.

Stool tests are good at finding colorectal cancer and showing who doesn’t have colorectal cancer. In general, mt-sDNA will detect 9 out of 10 cancers as a single-time test. FIT will detect 7/8 out of 10 cancers.