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Advanced Practice Wellness Clinic

COLON CANCER SCREENING (FIT) TEST


Medically Reviewed By: Quentin Caswell, FNP-C
Last Updated: July 7, 2023

A Fecal Immunochemical Test is an at-home test that is processed by an accredited lab that tests for blood in the stool.

TEST DETAILS

The Fecal Immunochemical test is a valuable tool to ensure good colon health if you have a family history of colon cancer as well as assisting in the early detection of polyps that could result in colon cancer.

FAQS

AM I REQUIRED TO FAST?
No
IS A DOCTOR’S ORDER REQUIRED?
No. You do not need to provide a doctor’s order to get lab testing done at Advanced Practice Clinic.
WHEN WILL I GET MY TEST RESULTS?
Test results generally takes between 5-7 business days after your sample has been received by the lab.
DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?
No. You can walk in for same day testing. We make it easy for you by offering work-friendly hours.
IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY TESTS RESULTS WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
We recommend you share your results with your healthcare provider.

"This content is for educational purposes and does not substitute personalized medical advice."

Quentin Caswell, FNP-C

Quentin Caswell, MSN, is an Integrative and Functional Medicine Specialist dedicated to helping patients feel their best. Board certified in advanced bioidentical hormone replacement and peptide therapy, he earned his Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) and opened Advanced Practice Wellness Clinic in 2011.