Early detection is paramount to effect treatment of life-threatening diseases like cancer, but going to the doctor for a screening can be time-consuming and, for some, a bit scary. At-home tests for cancer aren’t exactly common, but a new study suggests a novel at-home screening may be suitable for some specific types of cancers, specifically in the colon.
As LiveScience reports, the study was a meta-analysis of dozens of research efforts that focused on the effectiveness of what is called a fecal immunochemical test. The test is designed to detect tiny traces of blood which may be a warning sign for colorectal cancers.
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