Blood test may boost colorectal cancer screening in underserved groups

NCT ID NCT06444542

First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at whether offering a simple blood test instead of a stool test or colonoscopy would encourage more people to get screened for colorectal cancer. Researchers surveyed 297 adults aged 45-75 who had previously avoided screening. The goal was to see if a blood-based option, which is less invasive and can be done during a regular visit, would increase screening rates.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Penn State College of Medicine

    Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States

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