Colon–rectum
Colorectal screenings
Colorectal screenings are aimed at the prevention of cancers of the terminal part of the intestine and target the entire population, both women and men, aged between 50 and 69 years. One of the most common signs of a possible anomaly in this part of the intestine is the presence of occult blood in the stool. Occult blood means that its presence is not visible to the naked eye, and therefore a laboratory test is needed to detect it. Colorectal screening is offered every two years to all residents of the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region. It is a very simple test that can be done at home in just a few moments.
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FAQ
All individuals, both female and male, residing in Friuli Venezia Giulia who are aged 50 to 69 years are invited to undergo colorectal screening.
Every two years, all residents in Friuli Venezia Giulia who are 50 years old or older are invited to undergo colorectal screening.
The health authority of belonging sends a letter every two years inviting the person to go to the pharmacy to collect the kit necessary to perform the colorectal screening.
Perhaps the address on your personal data sheet is not updated or there was a problem with the postal delivery. In any case, if you fall within the age range to be included in the screening programs, you can contact the screening office of your health authority.
Colorectal screening is a very simple test and can be done directly at home after picking up the test kit at the pharmacy. In fact, it is sufficient to collect a stool sample and then deliver it to the same pharmacy where the kit was picked up.
It is a test that allows for the detection of occult blood in the stool. This could be a sign of an anomaly present in the intestine.
It is sufficient to collect a small amount of stool with the kit that is picked up at the pharmacy. After that, a laboratory will carry out the analyses.
If the test is negative, a letter will be sent home with the result of the exam.
You will be contacted by the program's office to arrange further assessments.
The presence of occult blood in the stool does not mean that one has cancer. The blood can be caused by hemorrhoids or by a polyp. This is why further investigations are needed.