Blood test for colon cancer gets U.S. regulator approval

Category: Health

U.S. health regulators approved the Shield blood test for colon cancer screening in adults 45 and older, providing a noninvasive alternative to colonoscopies. The test detects DNA fragments from tumor cells and has shown to catch 83% of cancers, though it misses some precancerous growths. The FDA approval may increase insurance coverage for the test, which costs $895 out-of-pocket.

Keywords: Colon Cancer, Blood Test, FDA Approval

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Update At: 7/30/2024

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