Colorectal Cancer Screening

45 is the new 50 for everyone at average risk for colorectal cancer.

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When found at an early stage before it has had the chance to spread, the five-year survival rate is about 90%, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS).

The best way to find colorectal cancer early is through screening tests. People of average risk should have their first test at age 45. How often you should be screened can depend on which test you choose.

Researchers don't yet know the exact cause of colorectal cancers. However, a lot is known how to prevent, treat, and screen for the disease. How much do you know about colorectal cancer? Take the quiz here.

1-STEP TEST

Colonoscopy every 10 years.

• Your doctor can remove polyps, prevent, and detect colorectal cancer in one step.
• May be more frequent if polyp(s) are found.

2-STEP TEST

Step one:

• Stool test
• Annual fit test OR
  • Multitarget Stool DNA every three years OR
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy every five to ten years OR
  • Imaging tests every five to ten years
• CT colonography OR
  • Colon capsule

If positive,

Step two:

• Colonoscopy

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