Early stage colon cancer can be diagnosed through various screening methods. The most common ones include:
- Colonoscopy: A procedure that allows the doctor to examine the inside of the colon using a flexible tube with a camera. - Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT): A test that checks for hidden blood in the stool. - Stool DNA Test: This test detects certain DNA markers associated with colon cancer in the stool. - CT Colonography: Also known as a virtual colonoscopy, this imaging test uses CT scans to create a detailed view of the colon.
