Bowel Home Test
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Bowel Home Test
A Bowel Home Test kit can detect minute traces of blood in your stool, which could be an early sign of the disease.
- Our Selfcheck bowel cancer home test checks for hidden blood in your stool sample. A key indicator of bowel cancer.
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Colon Polyps
Our state of the art home bowel cancer self-check test detects tiny droplets of blood in your stool sample. This can be indicative of colon polyps which release blood into your stool, indicating a tumour may be present. However, other conditions such as haemorrhoids and bowel inflammation can also cause blood to appear in stool, therefore false positives can occur.
How does the test work?
The test can be performed directly in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Use the sample stick and three samples from a recent stool sample (this should be from various areas of the stool sample, such as the beginning, middle and end). Place these stool samples into the test tube provided and two drops of the testing solution. Wait for 5 minutes and shake the test tube thoroughly. After 5 minutes have elapsed use the instructions inside the testing kit to take a result reading.
Additional Information
Home tests can be a helpful way to monitor your health and catch any potential problems early. If you do find blood in your stool, it's important to see a doctor so they can investigate further.
There are a few different home test kits available, so it's worth doing some research to find one that's right for you. Once you've got your kit, simply follow the instructions and send off your sample for analysis.
Bowel cancer is the second most common type of cancer in the UK, so it's important to be aware of the symptoms. If you notice any changes in your bowel habits, or if you have any other concerns, don't hesitate to speak to your doctor. Early diagnosis is key when it comes to bowel cancer, so don't delay in getting checked out.
Additional Insight from Dr Sameer Nakedar, MBBS, MRCGP, PGCert
The FIT test is used to investigate cancers and rectal bleeding, it tests for tiny traces of blood in the stool that may not be visible. Usually is a sign of cancer, or a bleeding disorder (such as haemorrhoids) would usually prompt someone to do more invasive testing, for example camera testing.
Statistics on Bowel Cancer UK
Experts Opinion
"A bowel cancer test is a good starting process to try and navigate people with positive FIT tests to the right investigations that could detect cancers or diseases accordingly. The FIT test is a more up-to-date screening test that is used to pick up traces of blood in the bowel and early detection can lead to more specific investigations for people with a positive result."
How to take a home blood test
Collecting a blood sample for your finger prick home test is straightforward. Watch the video below for more details on how to take a home blood test.
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Bowel Home Test Information
Specification of Bowel Home Test
- Test name: Bowel Home Test
- Also known as & related tests: Bowel Cancer Test
- Biomarkers:
- Test tube:
- Brand: Welzo
- Turn around time: Approx. 24 hours
- Lab test ranges:
- Test Kit Marking: MHRA/UKCA
- Location of Lab: United Kingdom
What is a Bowel Home Test?
A Bowel Home Test is a home health test offered by Welzo. The Bowel Home Test can be taken from the comfort of your home using a finger prick sample, which is then sent back to our lab for analysis and interpretation.
What does a Bowel Home Test for?
A Bowel Home Test tests for the following: .
What are the benefits of a Bowel Home Test?
Checking your health through the use of Bowel Home Test is an important way to track your health. Home testing offers the convenience of conducting health assessments in the comfort of your own home, while enabling quicker, more private results without the need for visiting a healthcare facility.
Can a GP review my Bowel Home Test?
Yes, Welzo offers a GP review service for the Bowel Home Test. Follow the link if you would like to have an online GP appointment with your Bowel Home Test.
Are Bowel Home Tests available on the NHS?
The NHS offers Bowel Home Tests subject to eligibility requirements, consultations and local guidelines.
Bowel Home Test Kit and Ordering
How can a Bowel Home Test be ordered?
A Bowel Home Test can be ordered online through Welzo's secure checkout. Select the Bowel Home Test and add the patient's name and details, then checkout for next-day delivery.
What is included in the Bowel Home Test test kit?
The Bowel Home Test contains the following items in the test kit:
- 1 x UN3373 Test Kit for Biological Substances Category B (test kit design may vary from images displayed online depending on the test selected.
- 1 x Free Return Label
- 1 x Finger Prick Lancet / Urine Sample Pouch or Swab (depending on the test ordered)
- 1 x Cleansing Wipe/ Alcohol Swab
Bowel Home Test Biomarkers and Results
What biomarkers are tested for in a Bowel Home Test?
The Bowel Home Test checks for the following biomarkers:
What are the results ranges for a Bowel Home Test?
Bowel Home Test reference ranges vary based on age, sex, population sample and numeric test result ranges. However, once you complete your tests, you will receive clear reference ranges for your Bowel Home Test.
What is a normal test range for Bowel Home Test?
The Bowel Home Test range will be provided on the advanced Welzo reporting panel which will factor in multiple aspects such as age, population size comparison and biological sex.
Bowel Home Test Procedure and Timing
When should a Bowel Home Test be taken?
It is best to take a Bowel Home Test first thing in the morning.
How long does a Bowel Home Test take?
The typical turnaround for a Bowel Home Test is 24 hours from receipt at the Welzo laboratory, Monday to Thursday. However, results may come back faster or slower depending on how busy the Welzo laboratory is and if you have requested any biomarkers that take longer to test for. In this case, results can take up to 5 days.
Are there any special preparations required before taking the Bowel Home Test (e.g., fasting)?
We will let you know via email if there are any special requirements for the Bowel Home Test. However, typically we recommend you take a Bowel Home Test first thing in the morning, fasted.
What is the best time to post my Bowel Home Test?
The best time to return your Bowel Home Test sample is Monday to Thursday, before 14:00 to ensure the product arrives at our lab on time for same-day analysis.
What sample is required for a Bowel Home Test?
The Bowel Home Test requires a capillary blood sample using a that is collected from a finger-prick blood sample.
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