Feb 28, 2024 · A colonoscopy (koe-lun-OS-kuh-pee) is an exam used to look for changes — such as swollen, irritated tissues, polyps or cancer — in the large intestine (colon) and rectum. During a …

Jan 22, 2025 · Find out more about the pros and cons of specific tests used for colon cancer screening, including colonoscopy, stool DNA test and virtual colonoscopy.

Jan 18, 2025 · Colonoscopy. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diagnostic-tests/colonoscopy. Accessed April 1, 2022.

Jun 27, 2025 · Colonoscopy remains the gold standard for detecting and removing colon polyps before they have a chance to turn into colon cancer. But for the test to work as it should, your colon must be …

Dec 5, 2025 · Having a hard time understanding your colonoscopy results? Use this guide to help you interpret them.

Aug 20, 2025 · The presence of polyps can easily be identified using colonoscopy screening tests. Polyps can be removed during a colonoscopy to prevent them from developing into cancer.

Mar 17, 2025 · Colonoscopy is an invasive test, but it allows us an opportunity to not only see polyps, but also remove them at the same time. For people with no additional risk factors besides age, it is …

Jul 9, 2025 · Unlike other colon cancer screening tests, this imaging test doesn't use a scope to examine your colon. Learn how it works and what to expect.

Health professionals recommend everyone starts screening for colon cancer at age 45, or earlier for those with a family history of colon cancer. Colonoscopy is the most widely used and most accurate …

Jul 9, 2024 · Learn about this alternative to colonoscopy to screen for and detect polyps or cancer in the lower part of the colon.