ColonTest - Sensitive (3 tests) ColonTest - Sensitive is a patented, 2 minute, self-contained, self-developing fecal occult home test for early detection of many colorectal cancers & disorders (extract stool specimen to test cassette, more accurate than EZ-DETECT)

Product Home Page Features & Benefits Symptoms & Conditions FAQs Instructions Links The Product Colon Cancer Facts Press Release Other Cancer Screening Tests Test Medical Symptoms Home Page Currently Out Of Stock

Colon Cancer Facts

• Colon Cancer, also known as Colorectal Cancer or CRC, is the number two cancer killer in the U.S. of men and women, second only to lung cancer.
• The American Cancer Society estimates there will be more than 150,000 new cases and over 56,000 deaths from CRC in 2001.
• The lifetime risk for an American to get CRC is 1 in 17 for men and 1 in 18 for women.
• Screening every year with a proven Fecal Occult (hidden) Blood Test or FOBT, can lead to the detection and removal of polyps and reduce the risk of getting CRC by 20%.
• Screening every year with a proven FOBT can reduce deaths from CRC by 37%.
• The five-year survival rate from CRC is about 90% when the disease is detected early, compared to only 8% when it is detected in a later stage.
• Screening every year with a proven FOBT can detect 90% of CRC cases in average risk individuals; i.e., those who are age 50 and older and have no symptoms.

Regular screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) with the ColonTest-Sensitive fecal occult blood test can save many lives.

Unfortunately, in 2001 only 1 in 5 individuals who would benefit from screening will accept this simple test as part of their regular health check-up.

National guidelines recommend annual fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) as a proven CRC screening method. Regular testing with ColonTest-Sensitive FOBT, can decrease the number of people who will get colorectal cancer and the number who actually die from it.

Symptoms To Be Concerned About

If a person has any of these symptoms, they should get checked by their physician.

• A change in bowel habits, such as persistent diarrhea, constipation or a decrease in the caliber (size-roundness) of the stool.
   
• Rectal bleeding or visible blood in the stool.
   
• Persistent urge to move your bowels.
   
• Cramping or steady abdominal pain.
   
• Decreased appetite.
   
• Persistent weakness and fatigue.
   

However, some of the earliest signs of colorectal cancer are

• You are age 50 or older
   
•  You are active and feel great
   
•  You have a normal, healthy appetite.

Despite the fact that colorectal cancer is highly preventable approximately 150,000 new cases of colorectal cancer will be diagnosed this year and 56,600 people will die from this disease.

Many people are embarrassed to talk about this disease and thus there are many myths about colorectal cancer that need to be talked about openly.

The Number One thing to remember is that regular screening for colorectal cancer tests can prevent this disease from occurring.

There are ways to prevent colorectal cancer and screening tests are the most effective. Most cases of the disease begin as non-cancerous polyps; that is, small growths on the lining of the colon and rectum. These polyps can become cancerous, but it can take years for this change to develop. That is why regular screening with an easy-to-use, highly effective, safe, and personal fecal occult blood test kit, namely, ColonTest-Sensitive should be part of your health maintenance.

We have taken the same high quality test, used by hospitals and physicians for decades, and assembled it in an easy-to-use, private, highly sensitive and reliable test that has received clearance from that Food And Drug Administration for both Hospital and Over-The-Counter sales.

Let's face it, no one likes to talk openly about something so personal as colorectal cancer. Some people avoid this type of test and will even prolong going to see their doctor simply because of embarrassment. With our ColonTest-Sensitive, you can test yourself in the privacy of your own bathroom and be assured that you are receiving the same high quality results you would get at your doctor's office. If a problem is detected i.e., a positive test result, you will have to make an appointment with your physician for further testing. This is crucial.

Colorectal cancer screening tests save lives even when they detect polyps that have become cancerous by catching colorectal cancer in its earliest, most curable stages. When discovered early, the disease can be cured in most cases. In spite of these benefits, only a small percentage of people are taking advantage of these screening tests. Removing these polyps can prevent colorectal cancer from ever developing. Approximately 90 percent of colorectal cancers and deaths are thought to be preventable.

Polyps release small amounts of blood intermittently and often with non-visible microscopic amounts of blood. That is why these tests are referred to Fecal Occult Blood Tests.

Because there are often no obvious symptoms  related to polyps, it is important to be routinely screened.

Since the risk of developing colorectal cancer increases with age, all men and women aged 50 and over should be tested regularly for the disease.

Some people are at a higher risk for developing colorectal cancer and may need to be tested earlier. All men and women should talk with their health care providers about colorectal cancer and colorectal cancer screening tests. It is also very important to know your family medical history, because colorectal cancer can be hereditary.

Colorectal cancer, or cancer of the colon or rectum, is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, after lung cancer. Recent evidence, however, suggests that there are ways to reduce your risk of getting this disease. The best way is to start having screening tests beginning at age 50. Screening can find precancerous growths called polyps, so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening tests can also find colorectal cancer early, when treatment can be most effective.

Here's another reason why regular screening is so important for all Americans over age 50: colorectal cancer develops with few or no symptoms at first. 

So if you are 50 or older and have not been screened for colorectal cancer, it is time to see your doctor or health care professional about getting screened.

*   Same day and next day shipments are normally the case with the exception of any out-of-stock items.
** Lifetime member discounts are subject to member terms & conditions. Also, use of this site & products sales that result from this site are subject to our  company's policies & disclaimers