If you are between the ages of 45 and 75 and at average risk for colon cancer, you may be a good candidate for a home colon cancer screening.
To learn more, follow the paths below or talk to your local pharmacist.
WHAT IS IT?
Prescription diagnostic kit mailed to your 🏠(home) to detect abnormal 🧬(DNA) and 🩸(blood) in your 💩(stool).
HOW DOES IT WORK?
BENEFITS
- No prep or diet changes needed.
- Covered at no cost by most health insurance plans for adults 45+.
- Sample is processed in a certified lab environment by scientists.
- Results are sent back to you and your health care provider (if provided).
UNDERSTANDING RESULTS
- Detects 92% of colon cancers, even in early stages.
- If you test ➖, no immediate action needed. Plan to rescreen in 3 years.
- If you test ➕, follow up with your provider. Patients with a positive Cologuard™ test should be referred for a Colonoscopy.
WHAT IS IT?
Over-the-counter self-screening to detect 🩸(blood) in your 💩(stool).
HOW DOES IT WORK?
- Buy a kit at your local Kinney Drugs.
- Complete the rapid self test.
- Review your results for next steps.
BENEFITS
- It's available at all Kinney Drugs.
- It's inexpensive.
- No lab testing required.
- Results are immediate.
UNDERSTANDING RESULTS
- Need to repeat the test every year.
- If you test ➕ it could indicate several issues (diverticulitis, colitis, polyps, colon cancer, etc.) so you'll want to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider.
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