Tag: cologuard patient instructions
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How Long Are Cologuard Kits Good For?
In the medical community, Cologuard has generally been considered a good thing: It detects genetic mutations commonly seen in colon cancer and detects blood in the stool. Medicare and many private insurance plans cover the test if it’s performed once every three years. Then What…
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What Age Should A Black Man Get A Colonoscopy?
As a result, experts suggest that African- Americans get screened beginning at age 45. If you have a personal or family history of colorectal cancer, colorectal polyps or inflammatory bowel disease, talk with your health care professional. You may need to be tested earlier or…
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Who Is Not A Candidate For Cologuard?
Cologuard was not clinically evaluated for the following types of patients: Patients with a history of colorectal cancer, adenomas, or other related cancers. Patients who have had a positive result from another colorectal cancer screening method within the last 6 months. Then Does Cologuard need…
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How Long Are Cologuard Kits Good For?
In the medical community, Cologuard has generally been considered a good thing: It detects genetic mutations commonly seen in colon cancer and detects blood in the stool. Medicare and many private insurance plans cover the test if it’s performed once every three years. Then Can…