A simple blood test can detect colorectal cancer early, study finds

If the FDA approves it, a new blood test could become another screening option for colorectal cancer.

At a time when colorectal cancer is rising, researchers say a blood test can detect 83% of people with the disease. If the FDA approves it the test would be another screening tool for early detection.

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