Bowel Cancer Screening Test
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BowelCheck, the easy, accurate, and private at-home qFIT screening test for early bowel cancer detection for customers aged 45+.
- Simple and non-invasive: Collect a stool sample easily, with full instructions provided.
- Quick results: Receive your secure and discreet results within five working days.
- Trusted laboratories: Your qFIT sample is processed in certified UKAS and ISO 15189 accredited laboratories to ensure reliable results.
- Expert advice & support: Guidance from clinical professionals to help you understand your risk and next steps.
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Why bowel screening?
Early detection saves lives. Detecting bowel cancer (sometimes referred to as colorectal cancer) early can make a significant difference in treatment outcomes.
Check4Cancerߴs at-home Bowel Cancer Screening Test is a NICE-approved, non-invasive qFIT (Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test) that identifies tiny traces of human blood in the stool - an early warning sign of bowel cancer.
This test is designed for people without symptoms and helps you screen for early signs of bowel cancer from the comfort and privacy of home. It offers accuracy you can trust.
Why choose Check4Cancer for your bowel cancer screening?
When it comes to bowel cancer screening, not all providers offer the same level of service or tests that are appropriate for bowel screening. This is what sets us apart from other providers, ensuring you receive the highest standard of support and clinical care.
Cancer screening services from cancer experts.
Accredited cancer screening tests more sensitive than NHS England resulting in fewer missed cancers.
Tests offered to appropriate age groups and at a time frequency as supported by clinical evidence (from age 45+). NHS age 50+.
Kits issued within 1 working day with results provided within 5 days of return.
Abnormal results delivered via telephone call from cancer nurses to allow for your questions; reduce anxiety and provide signposting for where to go next.
All abnormal results eligible for onward referral to healthcare professional (including NHS).
Tests analysed in UK accredited laboratories.
The benefits of an at-home bowel screening test
Convenience and privacy
A home kit means no hospital visits and no waiting rooms. You can enjoy the privacy and ease of testing from your own home. Clear instructions make it simple to collect your sample and return it promptly.
Reassurance for peace of mind
Even if you feel healthy, regular screening can confirm your well-being. Should the test detect abnormalities, our clinical team will call you and provide full support for follow-up tests and consultations.
Who should consider at-home bowel screening test?
This test is ideal for anyone looking to proactively monitor their health, including:
- Adults over the age of 45.
- Those with a family history of bowel cancer.
- Those WITHOUT symptoms and have not been previously diagnosed with bowel cancer.
Proactive screening empowers you to take steps toward early detection and better outcomes.
What is a Bowel Cancer Screening (qFIT) Test?’
A bowel cancer screening (qFIT) test is a simple, at-home test that checks for tiny traces of human blood in your stool - something you won’t be able to see yourself. These small amounts of blood can be an early sign of bowel or colon cancer, as well as other bowel conditions.
The test uses a method called qFIT (quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test), a clinically trusted screening tool used across the NHS and recommended by NICE. It measures the exact amount of blood in a stool sample, making it highly sensitive and reliable for early detection.
Screening is designed for people without symptoms who want the reassurance of checking their bowel health from home. It’s quick to complete, completely non-invasive, and can help identify early changes long before symptoms appear.
If you'd like to understand more about bowel cancer or screening, you can also read our guides on What is Bowel Cancer? and How bowel cancer is diagnosed.
What happens If my qFIT Test Is positive?
Receiving a positive qFIT result can feel worrying, but it’s important to know that a positive result does not mean you have bowel cancer. It simply means that the test has detected a small amount of blood in your stool sample, and further investigation is recommended.
A positive result is usually followed by a referral for a colonoscopy, which allows a specialist to look inside the bowel using a flexible telescope and rule out other causes such as polyps, inflammation, or benign conditions.
If your qFIT test is positive, your results report will clearly explain the next steps. We encourage you to take your results to your GP, who can arrange the appropriate follow-up testing. Our team is also available to help you understand your results and guide you on what to do next.
Early investigation gives you the best chance of identifying any issues quickly and getting the right care.
How much is a qFIT Test?
The qFIT Bowel Cancer Screening Test costs £91, with no hidden fees.
Your test kit includes:
- A high-quality, NICE-approved qFIT test
- Step-by-step instructions
- Pre-paid return packaging
- Fast, confidential laboratory analysis
- A clear results report with a medical explanation
- Guidance on next steps and access to specialist support if needed
At Check4Cancer, we support you from the moment you order your test through to receiving your results and understanding what they mean. Our clinical pathways and expert advisors ensure you’re never left unsure about what to do next.
The price is displayed transparently throughout the page so you always know exactly what you’re paying for.
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How to use our bowel cancer screening test at home
Screening for bowel cancer at home is fast and straightforward. Here’s how it works:
2. Collect your sample: Use the tools provided to collect a small stool sample.
3. Secure the sample: Package it safely in the sealed container provided.
4. Package and return: Use the prepaid, discreet packaging to send your sample to our certified laboratory.
5. Get your results: Receive your results within five working days via a secure delivery system
This process is private, easy to follow, and designed to give you clarity and peace of mind.
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Reviews/Testimonials
"The service was quick and efficient, it was all done online and via post. I cannot think of anything else that could be done to improve the service."
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"It was a very efficient and easy service, with excellent email updates throughout the process. Excellent experience as a customer."
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"It was quick and easy and was all done in the privacy of my own home."
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"Such a relief to get such a quick result especially when I have health anxiety very very impressed with your service and will recommend to everyone."
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Professor Andrew Beggs
Clinical Advisor for Bowel Cancer & Genetics
Professor Andrew Beggs is a Professor of Cancer Genetics & Surgery at the University of Birmingham and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. He runs a diverse research group of scientists and clinicians studying the molecular determinants of response to cancer treatments using organoid models and next-generation sequencing models. He is also an active cancer clinician, running a familial cancer clinic for the West Midlands Region and one of the national gastrointestinal polyposis centres. Professor Beggs acts as a scientific adviser to the UK Department of Health and Social Care and Genomics England.
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