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A blood test for colon cancer screening? What these new guidelines say

The American Cancer Society is now adding blood tests to its guidelines for colorectal cancer screening. Here's what that means (and doesn't).

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New colon cancer screening guidelines add blood test option for millions of Americans

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Blood testing is now included in screening recommendations for colon and rectal cancer

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American Cancer Society updating guidelines for colorectal cancer screening

The American Cancer Society says the goal is to improve screening rates.

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A blood test has been added to colorectal cancer screening options. Here's what to know.

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Doctor discusses new colon cancer screening guidelines

Medical Xpress

Updated colorectal cancer guidelines endorse new stool tests, recommend limited use of blood tests

With colorectal cancer a growing concern among younger people, the American Cancer Society has endorsed two new types of stool tests to encourage people to get screened, while also recommending a limited role for new blood tests that many patients find ...

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Under 50 and living with colorectal cancer, two Mass. patients strive to help others

The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 159,000 new cases of colorectal cancer in the U.S. this year. While rates have dropped overall due to screening, cases in people under age 50 are rising.