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Home / Patient Care / Save 500 Lives: Boost Colorectal Screenings / Screening Options for Colon Cancer / Screening for Polyps and Cancer

Screening for Polyps and Cancer

These tests look at the structure of the colon to find any abnormal areas either with a scope inserted into the rectum or with special medical imaging (x-ray) tests. Polyps found before they become cancerous can be removed, so these tests may prevent colorectal cancer. Because of this, these tests are preferred.

Updated: 3/11/2010
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