Colotect – an alternative to colonoscopy

Colotect

Colotect is a non-invasive epigenetic test that detects cancerous changes in the colon at an early stage. Colotect tests for up to three genes that are strongly associated with the development of colorectal cancer: SDC2, ADHFE1 and PPP2R5C. The high sensitivity and specificity of this test make it an excellent alternative to the traditional screening test: colonoscopy.

Why should you choose the Colotect test?

The test can detect colorectal cancer and precancerous lesions at an early stage, before they have a chance to develop into malignant cancer. The result of the Colotect test will be interpreted by a doctor.

The Colotect test: is fast, simple and non-invasive; has a high sensitivity (96%); no need for any special preparation or a break in taking medicines; performed on a sample taken by the patient at home; safety: no contraindications or complications.

Who is it for?

The Colotect test is particularly suitable for individuals:

• who are under 50 years of age and who are not yet eligible for colonoscopy and who have factors that increase the risk of bowel cancer (e.g. presence of polyps in the colon, inflammatory bowel disease, positive family history of bowel cancer, genetic conditions);
• with contraindications to colonoscopy;
• who report poor tolerance to previous colonoscopy;
• with fear of colonoscopy.

The Colotect test should be repeated every 3 years.

Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide. The number of colo-rectal cancer cases has been increasing for years, even among young people. Every year in Poland there are about 20,000 new cases of this cancer and 12,000 people die from it.

Colorectal cancer is usually diagnosed at a late stage, when treatment options are limited. This is why regular screening is so important. Early diagnosis of colorectal cancer significantly increases the chances of effective treatment.

How is the test done?

1. When you buy the test, the coordinator at your selected medical centre will contact you - you can collect the Colotect kit from your selected medical centre or have it sent to you by courier (shipping of the test only within Poland).
2. You collect a stool sample yourself, following the instructions in the kit.
3. You need to deliver the sample to the collection site at the medical centre  you selected when you purchased the test by midday (12:00).

MPORTANT! Make sure to deliver the sample to the selected medical centre no later than 24 hours after it was taken.

Result

Waiting time for result: 14 working days from the date of sample collection

You will get the printed test result at Medicover.

The Colotect test is a medical device. For your safety, use it according to the instructions on the leaflet/label. If in doubt, consult a specialist. The Colotect test is manufactured by BGI EUROPE A/S.