Colorectal Cancer Screening Intervals

Regular health screenings are crucial for early detection of diseases and maintaining overall health. It is recommended that adults aged 50 and older undergo screening for colorectal cancer. This screening can involve a variety of tests, such as colonoscopies or fecal occult blood tests.

According to guidelines set by various health organizations, the frequency of screening for colorectal cancer may vary depending on the type of screening test utilized. One common recommendation is that if a patient undergoes a colonoscopy and the results are normal, the next screening should occur in ______ years.