Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is an exam used to detect changes or abnormalities in the large intestine (colon) and rectum. It's the gold standard for colorectal cancer screening.

Type: Screening
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Overview

A colonoscopy is an exam used to detect changes or abnormalities in the large intestine (colon) and rectum. It's the gold standard for colorectal cancer screening.

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. MedlinePlus Medical Tests — medlineplus.gov
  3. Lab Tests Online — labtestsonline.org
  4. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  5. Cleveland Clinic — my.clevelandclinic.org
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