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ColoFIT Home Collection Test

$ 89.0
$89

Taking a fecal immunochemical test (FIT) from home is easier than ever.

The Labcorp ColoFIT™ Home Collection Test is a trusted at home test recommended once a year for individuals age 45 and up at average risk for colon cancer.1 This screening test can detect the presence of hidden blood in the stool, giving you the answers you need to plan for a healthier future.

 

Note: The Labcorp ColoFIT™ Home Test is a screening tool and does not diagnose gastrointestinal disorders or colorectal cancer. A FIT is not a substitute for a colonoscopy if your healthcare provider recommends one.

ColoFIT Home Collection Test
$ 89.0
$89

Test Details

Sample Type: Fecal
Collection Method: Home collection. Mail sample to lab for results
Age: 18+
Results: 3 – 4 days from when your sample arrives at our lab
HSA/FSA: Accepted. Check with your plan to determine eligibility.

Preparation: No special preparation is needed. 

Why Consider This Test

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Taking Proactive Measures

While colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US,² it’s usually slow-growing in the early stages (it typically starts as a noncancerous polyp). This means that screening for blood in the stool may help determine possible signs of cancer (or other gastrointestinal disorders) while it's still curable.


While colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US,² it’s usually slow-growing in the early stages (it typically starts as a noncancerous polyp). This means that screening for blood in the stool may help determine possible signs of cancer (or other gastrointestinal disorders) while it's still curable.

 
Unfortunately, even fairly advanced colorectal cancers may not produce noticeable symptoms, making the need for screening even more critical. 
 
Age is the most important risk factor when it comes to developing colorectal cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends that everyone ages 45-75 are screened annually using a FIT test.³ 
 
It is important to note that colonoscopies and other methods that visualize the colon are more likely to pick up cancers and find patients who are at increased risk of developing cancer in the future. During a colonoscopy, polyps can be removed and biopsied. FIT screening is not appropriate for individuals who are already considered high risk for colon cancer. If you are high risk, talk to your healthcare provider about the need for a colonoscopy.

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Looking For At-Home Options

Annual screening with this at-home collection kit allows you to screen for the presence of blood in fecal matter at home and without special prep.

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It May Run In Your Family

Some individuals are at higher risk due to personal or family history of colorectal cancer or polyps. Those with genetic polyp syndromes are especially at higher risk. If you have a family history of CRC, or other factors that increase your risk, talk to your healthcare provider about the timing and appropriate CRC screening methods.  

References:

1. Miller, J. Get Screened! Sixty Percent of colon cancer deaths could be prevented with screening. Health Partnership Clinic.org. March 21, 2022. https://hpcks.org/get-screened-sixty-percent-of-colon-cancer-deaths-could-be-prevented-with-screening/. Accessed June 4, 2023.

2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Colorectal (Colon) Cancer: Basic Information. Last reviewed February 23, 2023. https://www.cdc.gov/colorectal-cancer/about/. Accessed June 4, 2023.

3. American Cancer Society. American Cancer Society Guideline for Colorectal Cancer Screening. American Cancer Society website. Updated November 17, 2020. Accessed July 12, 2023. https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/colon-rectal-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/acs-recommendations.html

4. CDC. What Should I Know About Screening? Last reviewed February 23, 2023. https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/index.htm#. Accessed June 4, 2023.

“The routine screening that saved my life."

Early detection has the power to change your life. Hear from Tee, an ordained Baptist minister and well-respected member of his community, on the ColoFIT Home Collection Test he took at age 49.

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What’s Tested 

  • Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)

    This screening test looks for hidden (occult) blood in the stool, which can be an early sign of colorectal cancer.

How It Works

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Purchase Your Test Kit

Simply purchase this test online and we’ll ship a kit to you within 1-2 business days. A healthcare provider will review and approve your test requests; no healthcare provider visit required.

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Collect Your Sample 

Upon receiving your test kit, register it online and follow instructions provided to collect your sample.
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Send Your Sample In

Follow the instructions in your collection kit to mail your sample using the provided package and prepaid mailing label that is included.
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Get Your Results

View your easy-to-read results online in your Labcorp Patient™ account, including Linked Accounts. For certain results that require prompt attention, you will also be contacted by phone or mail.

“I had a positive at-home FIT test. As a result, I had a subsequent colonoscopy and open surgery to remove a large mass. It was malignant. I am only 47 and did not want a colonoscopy if the FIT test was normal.  Thank you for offering it and it may have saved my life.”

 

–Natalie, Verified Labcorp OnDemand Customer

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FAQ

  • This test kit includes everything you need to collect your sample safely and from the comfort of your home. This test includes:
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Specially designed capture paper
    • Sample-collection wand
    • Prepaid shipping package to return your kit to the lab for testing

  • No special preparation is required for the collection of your stool sample. You do not have to avoid any foods or medications prior to collecting. The Labcorp ColoFITTM Home Test should not be used by those who have or may have blood in their stool such as actively bleeding hemorrhoids and menstruation.

  • Collecting a sample for your Labcorp ColoFITTM Home Test is simple. If you’d like to see a video explaining the process, click here.

     

    1.       When you are ready to collect your sample, register your kit online at ondemand.labcorp.com/register.

    2.       Place all kit contents on a clean, dry surface.

    3.       Place the collection paper inside toilet bowl on top of the water.

    4.       Deposit stool sample on top of collection paper.

    5.       Open green cap of the collection device by twisting and lifting the probe from the device.

    6.       Scrape the surface of the fecal sample with the sample probe. Cover the grooved portion completely with stool sample.

    7.       Close collection device by inserting the sample probe and green cap on tightly.

    8.       Wrap the collection device in the absorbent pad and insert into the biohazard specimen bag.

    9.       Place the sealed biohazard specimen bag into the blue kit box and close. Place the kit box into the USPS return pack. Remove the adhesive cover strip and seal the return pack closed.

    10.   Place the postage paid return pack in your mailbox for mailing back to the lab. Mail the package within 24 hours of collection.

     

    Full detailed instructions are included in the kit package.

  • The American Cancer Society recommends that people with average risk of CRC begin regular annual screening at age 45.

     

    However, you may need to be screened earlier if you have:
    • Inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
    • Personal or family history of CRC or colorectal polyps
    • Certain genetic conditions4

     

    We encourage you to speak with your provider if you think you are at increased risk for CRC to discuss when to start screening, which test is right for you, and how often to get tested.

  • There are pros and cons for the different options used for screening.  If you are reluctant to get a screening colonoscopy but dedicated to protecting your health, an at-home fecal immunochemical test (FIT) may be a good alternative.  We encourage you to speak with your provider to determine which test is right for you.

  • While the Labcorp ColoFITTM Home Test can detect blood in feces, which can be found in a number of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, including colorectal cancer.  It is not an official diagnosis. Speak to your healthcare provider as soon as possible if you receive a positive result. 

     

    Advanced colorectal cancers may not cause noticeable symptoms, which makes early screening even more critical. Bleeding, especially from polyps and tumors, is intermittent, so blood is not always present in all stool samples. Repeat testing can increase the chances of determining if blood is present from a reoccurring problem. FIT should be repeated at least once a year when used as a screening tool for colorectal cancer screening. 

  • 1. National Cancer Institute. Screening tests to detect colorectal cancer and polyps. National Cancer Institute website. Reviewed August 2, 2021. Accessed November 21, 2022. https://www.cancer.gov/types/colorectal/screening-fact-sheet

     

    2. American Cancer Society. Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests. American Cancer Society website. Updated June 29, 2020. Accessed November 21, 2022. https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/screening-tests-used.html

     

    3. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Get tested for colorectal cancer. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website. Updated November 21, 2022. Accessed November 21, 2022. https://health.gov/myhealthfinder/doctor-visits/screening-tests/get-tested-colorectal-cancer

  • Visit the Labcorp OnDemand® website to browse and purchase laboratory tests and create your Labcorp Patient™ account to view your results. All Labcorp OnDemand testing requires an order from an authorized healthcare professional. For your convenience, Labcorp OnDemand has contracted with independent professional entities (collectively, Providers) to deliver healthcare provider services. Visit a Labcorp location for sample collection; or, if using an at-home collection kit, collect your sample yourself. We’ll let you know when your results are ready and can be accessed through your Labcorp Patient™ account.

  • Your results will be provided to you through our secure online portal to view or print. Results are also made available through a secure portal to the independent healthcare provider who placed your test order.  If you are accessing your results through your Labcorp Patient™ account, all users linked to the account will have access to all OnDemand test results. Results may also be provided to a local, state, and/or federal health authority; for example, many states require the testing laboratory and physician to report test results for certain communicable diseases, such as COVID-19, to local or state health departments.

     

    If you have questions or comments regarding the Labcorp Notice of Privacy Practices, or have a complaint about our use or disclosure of your PHI or our privacy practices, please contact: privacyofficer@labcorp.com, call us at (877) 234-4722 (877-23-HIPAA) and ask for the Labcorp HIPAA Privacy Officer, or send a written request to: HIPAA Privacy Officer, Labcorp, 531 South Spring Street, Burlington, NC 27215. You also may file a complaint with the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

  • Your testing will be performed in a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory. Labcorp provides leading-edge medical laboratory tests and services through a national network of primary clinical laboratories and specialty testing laboratories. Our labs perform regular quality assurance testing to ensure our results are accurate.

     

    Because FIT explicitly detects the presence of blood, women should not take this test during or at the anticipated time of menstruation, as it may interfere with the accuracy of results. If you have an ongoing condition (such as diverticulitis or hemorrhoids) where blood can occasionally show up in the stool, this test may not be suitable for you. We encourage you to consult a healthcare provider to discuss which types of screening are recommended.

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