qFIT Bowel Cancer Screening Test

Proactively monitor your bowel cancer risk with the qFIT test, as used in the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme. This at-home test detects hidden blood in your stool - an early indicator of bowel conditions, including colorectal cancer.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Stool
Collection
At-home stool sample
Results in
4 days
Biomarkers
1
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • qFIT

Test specifications

Provider
Medichecks
Sample type
stool
Collection method
at-home stool sample
Turnaround time
4 days
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Medichecks.

Bowel health

  • qFIT

About this test

Proactively monitor your bowel cancer risk with the qFIT test, as used in the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme. This at-home test detects hidden blood in your stool - an early indicator of bowel conditions, including colorectal cancer. Whether you're at higher risk or just looking for peace of mind, this test provides quick and reliable results.

Learn more about the pros and cons of the qFIT test before purchasing.

Description provided by Medichecks.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

    The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 7.5/10

    A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 7.0/10

    Can be done at home; results within 5 days.

  • Results and follow-up 7.5/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust signals 9.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.

  • Value for money 7.0/10

    £55.00 against a comparison-group median of £59.50 (-8%).

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Bowel Health Rapid Test

Non-visible blood in your stools can be an early sign of possible gastrointestinal issues. This quick at-home bowel test can tell you if you carry invisible blood in your stools, helping you decide if you need to seek further support from a healthcare professional.

  • At-home test
7.6 / 10