Colorectal cancer screening

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer. The colorectal screening program lets us detect colorectal cancer early, before a person has symptoms. Early detection of colorectal cancer increases the chances of successful treatment. Treatment is often less impactful. And if we discover a precancerous abnormality, it may even be possible to prevent colorectal cancer.

All men and women aged 55 to 75 are invited to participate. This is the age group when colorectal cancer happens most often. You will get an invitation to participate every 2 years. If you do not get an invitation, but you are in that age group and are not being treated for colorectal cancer, please contact us.

The screening in 4 steps

1. The invitation

You will get a letter inviting you to participate in the population screening program. Then you can call, app or email us so we can register you. After registration, you can pick up a stool test from Bonlab (Playa or Rincon). Remember to bring along: your ID (Sedula)

2. The stool test

• Read the instructions. • Use the stool test. • Return the test to Bonlab within 2 days after using the test.

3. Testing in the laboratory

Bonlab sends your stool sample to the laboratory in CuraÇao. There the stool sample will be examined.

4. The result

Within 2 weeks, you and your family doctor will get the result.

Colorectal cancer screening

The screening in 4 steps

1. The invitation

2. The stool test

3. Testing in the laboratory

4. The result

Preparation for follow-up testing

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