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CRC screening: Smartphone-based stool test matches lab accuracy

The findings point to a new tool for enhancing participation in CRC screening programs—particularly among younger, tech-savvy patients under 60 years who demonstrated higher adoption rates.

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8 Key Takeaways

  • 1

    Smartphone-based FIT is reliable for CRC screening.

  • 2

    Achieves performance similar to lab-based FITs.

  • 3

    55% usage rate among participants.

  • 4

    Received positive feedback on usability and convenience.

  • 5

    Common barriers included technical issues and skepticism.

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    Particularly useful for tech-savvy patients under 60.

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    Must be followed by colonoscopy after a positive test.

  • 8

    Highlights potential for increasing CRC screening participation.

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CRC screening: Smartphone-based stool test matches lab accuracy

The findings point to a new tool for enhancing participation in CRC screening programs—particularly among younger, tech-savvy patients under 60 years who demonstrated higher adoption rates.

  • by Amy Pfeiffer

  • November 6, 2025

  • 3 min

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