Test stool or tissue genes to find advanced colon growth
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study checks how well a set of bacterial gene markers (a DNA-like test) can help identify advanced “precancer-like” or higher-risk growths in the colon. It may help doctors better target who needs closer follow-up during colonoscopy.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (age 18 or older).
- You are planning an elective colonoscopy for screening, follow-up after polyps, or because of symptoms (like anemia, bowel changes, or abdominal pain).
- You can sign a consent form to join the study.
- You do not have reasons you cannot safely have a colonoscopy (such as an intestinal blockage, suspected perforation, or unstable heart/lung problems).
- You are able to safely have any needed polyp removal (no active GI bleeding and blood thinners/anti-platelet medicines must be managed appropriately).
- You are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding, and you do not have very severe other illnesses that make anesthesia unsafe.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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