Healio iconHealioOct 16, 2026

Sex-specific FIT thresholds could equalize CRC detection

NASHVILLE, Tenn — Fecal immunochemical tests appear more sensitive to colorectal cancer and advanced precancerous lesions in men than women, according to a retrospective study presented at ACG Annual Scientific Meeting. “FIT is the most commonly used colorectal cancer screening test in the world, with an average sensit

Sex-specific FIT thresholds could equalize CRC detection

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