Colorectal cancer screening at age 45+: Your test options
There are many test options to get screened for colorectal cancer (CRC). Talk to your gastroenterologist to find out which test is best for you.
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
An endoscopic ultrasound is a procedure performed by a gastroenterologist, who uses a combination of endoscopy and ultrasound to look at the digestive tract and nearby organs and tissues.
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure that uses endoscopy, x-ray and dye to view the biliary tract and pancreatic ducts and possibly treat issues there.
Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT)
A fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is when stool is taken from a healthy donor, made into a liquid mixture and transferred into the colon of a sick patient, to introduce helpful bacteria.