Improved Stool-Based Test Could Boost Colon Cancer Screening

TUESDAY, Feb. 20 (HealthDay News) -- More convenient and less invasive tests are needed in order to increase colorectal cancer screening rates in the United States, researchers say, and a type of fecal sampling test may be ideal.

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Thomas Imperiale

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National Cancer Institute

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Indiana University School of Medicine

North America

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Colon Cancer

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