{"product_id":"selfcheck-bowel-health-test","title":"SELFCheck Bowel Health Test","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eSELFCheck Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT): Monitor Your Bowel Health with The SELFCheck Home Bowel Cancer Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStay Proactive with Early Detection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SELFCheck Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) is a home bowel health test designed to help you find out whether you may be at risk of developing bowel cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test requires only a small stool sample and uses the faecal immunochemical test method (FIT) to give you an easy-to-read visual result in less than 10 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test has a detection limit of 40µg Hb\/g faeces, making it more sensitive than current (as of October 2023) NHS bowel screening programmes. Choosing a test that is not overly sensitive (\u0026lt;10µg Hb\/g faeces) for screening purposes is important, as overly sensitive tests may lead to false positives and unnecessary worry or further investigation. Your doctor may, however, choose a more sensitive test if you have symptoms typical of bowel cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Faecal Immunochemical Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe faecal immunochemical test (FIT) is the test method used in NHS bowel cancer screening programmes as a reliable way to check for the early stages of bowel cancer. Unlike older faecal occult blood tests (FOB), which can be influenced by diet (including eating meat), FIT uses specific monoclonal antibodies to detect only human haemoglobin (Hb) in the stool. It’s important to understand that blood in your stool may be due to reasons other than colon polyps or bowel cancer. The SELFCheck FIT has a cut-off designed for screening people without symptoms. Always speak to your doctor if you have bowel cancer symptoms or see visible blood in your stool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs the test uses the FIT detection method, there’s no need to change your diet or fast before using the test.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough FIT tests are a sensitive and simple way to screen for bowel cancer, colon polyps can bleed intermittently, so testing just once could miss a diagnosis. Testing more than once increases the chances of detecting early-stage bowel or colon cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s no need to send a sample away – the kit contains a test cassette that lets you check your own stool sample and get a reliable result in 10 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use the Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect three samples from different areas of a recent stool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the samples into the provided tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd two drops of the solution, shake well, and wait five minutes for the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Use This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended for everyone, particularly adults aged 40+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Blood in Stool Mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood in stool can result from polyps, bowel inflammation, haemorrhoids, or digestive changes—not necessarily cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterpreting Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedications, alcohol, and certain conditions can affect results. Always read the instructions carefully. A negative result doesn’t rule out all bowel conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTesting Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults over 40 should test at least once a year for hidden blood in stool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositive Result?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your doctor to determine the source of the blood. Do not make medical decisions without professional advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Endorsement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs highlighted in the Daily Mail’s ‘Good Health’ section, this test works similarly to the free colorectal screening offered to those over 60. 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