Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer screening
If detected early, colorectal cancer has a 90% chance of being cured.
There are two types of screening tests for colorectal cancer, a Fecal Occult Blood Test and a colonoscopy.
Fecal Occult Blood Test
The Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) is done at home. The results will show if there is blood in the stool. If there is blood in the stool further testing will need to be done.
To learn more about who needs a FOBT, visit the Cancer Care Ontario website.
Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is an examination by a health care provider that looks at the inner lining of the colon and rectum. To learn more about who needs a colonoscopy, visit the Cancer Care Ontario website.