A colonoscopy is the most effective screening test for detecting colon cancer, the second leading cause of cancer
deaths in the United States. But some people may not have access to this in-office procedure or are not comfortable having the test done. A new at-home option called Cologuard® may provide a solution.
During a colonoscopy, a doctor uses a thin, flexible tube with an attached camera to examine the inner lining of the large intestine. Preparation before the procedure requires patients to empty their colon by drinking a special solution and focusing on a liquid diet. The prep for the exam
