Blood test added to screening guidelines for colorectal cancers for first time
Summary
The American Cancer Society has added a blood test as a new option to screen for colorectal cancer. This is the first time the group has included a blood test among its recommended methods for checking this type of cancer.Key Facts
- The American Cancer Society updated its colorectal cancer screening guidelines.
- A blood test is now one of the recommended screening methods.
- Previously, the main recommended test was a colonoscopy every 10 years for people aged 45 to 75.
- The blood test option offers a less invasive way to screen for colorectal cancer.
- The change aims to help detect colorectal cancer early and reach more people.
- Screening for colorectal cancer is important because early detection improves treatment success.
- The update reflects ongoing efforts to improve cancer screening accessibility and effectiveness.
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