Updated colorectal cancer guidelines endorse new stool tests, recommend limited use of blood tests - Medical Xpress

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New blood test is added an an option for colorectal cancer screenings.

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As cases continue to rise, a blood test has been added to the list of the American Cancer Society's recommended screenings for colorectal cancer.

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NBC News' Erika Edwards reports on how effective the blood test is.

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Blood testing is now included in screening recommendations for colon and rectal cancer

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For the first time, a blood test has been added to the list of the American Cancer Society's recommended screenings for colorectal cancer.

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**Summary:** Updated colorectal cancer guidelines have endorsed new stool tests as a primary method of screening, while recommending limited use of blood tests. **Why It Matters:** This update aims to improve the accuracy and accessibility of colorectal cancer screenings by incorporating more cost-effective methods alongside traditional blood testing.