Bowel Cancer Risk Screening
Advanced Diagnostic Protocol
Clinical Significance
Bowel cancer is the UK's fourth most common cancer, yet highly treatable when caught early. This non-invasive screening uses two complementary stool tests: QFIT (Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test) detects hidden blood indicating potential polyps or cancer, while Faecal Calprotectin measures intestinal inflammation that may warrant further investigation.
Led by Nurse Luciana
Expert blood draws and comprehensive written reports for every protocol.
Biomarker Blueprint
Clinical Measurements
Bowel Cancer Markers
Clinical Inquiries
Q. What is QFIT and how does it work?
QFIT (Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test) detects human blood in stool using antibodies specific to human haemoglobin. It's more accurate than older FOB tests because it specifically detects human blood and isn't affected by diet.
Q. What does Faecal Calprotectin measure?
Calprotectin is a protein released by white blood cells during intestinal inflammation. Elevated levels indicate bowel inflammation from conditions like IBD, polyps, or cancer—helping identify who needs colonoscopy investigation.
Q. Who should have bowel cancer screening?
We recommend screening for anyone over 50 (NHS screening starts at 60), those with family history of bowel cancer or polyps, anyone experiencing changes in bowel habits, blood in stool, or unexplained weight loss.
Clinical Protocol
Stool sample collection kit provided. No dietary restrictions required—unlike older FOB tests, QFIT is not affected by food. Avoid taking the sample during menstruation or if you have haemorrhoids that are actively bleeding.
- Standard Medical & Lifestyle Questionnaire
- Height
- Weight
- Body Mass Index (BMI)
Painless Blood Draws by Nurse Luciana
Bowel Cancer Risk Screening – QFIT & Calprotectin Testing
Our Bowel Cancer Risk Screening combines QFIT (Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test) with Faecal Calprotectin for comprehensive non-invasive bowel health assessment. Early detection of bowel cancer improves survival rates to over 90%.
What's Included
- Standard Medical & Lifestyle Questionnaire
- Height, Weight, BMI measurement
- Blood Pressure, Pulse & Oxygen Saturation
- Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test (QFIT)
- Faecal Calprotectin
- Stool sample collection kit
- Written results report from registered nurse
Not Included (Upgrade Available)
- —Colonoscopy
- —CT colonography
- —Blood-based tumour markers (CEA)
Who Is This Test For?
- Adults over 50 seeking early detection
- Those with family history of bowel cancer or polyps
- Anyone with changes in bowel habits
- Those experiencing blood in stool or unexplained symptoms
- People wanting non-invasive bowel screening
"Our Bowel Cancer Risk Screening provides the comprehensive insight you need to take control of your health. Every biomarker is carefully analysed and results are reviewed by our clinical team."
Nurse Luciana, Lead Clinical Nurse
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