Bowel Cancer Risk Test

Some cancers run in families - knowing your risk can make all the difference. It is estimated that up to 10% of all bowel cancers are caused by an inherited mutation.

Doctor reviewed

Sample: Blood
Collection: Venous draw at clinic
Results in: 42 days
Biomarkers: 13
Doctor reviewed: Yes

Tests for

APC
BMPR1A
EPCAM
MLH1
MSH2
MSH6
MUTYH
PMS2
POLD1
POLE
PTEN
SMAD4
+1 more

Test specifications

Provider: Randox Health
Sample type: blood
Collection method: venous draw at clinic
Turnaround time: 42 days
Biomarkers tested: 13
At-home test: No
Doctor reviewed: Yes
Gender focus: Both

What's tested

13 biomarkers as listed by Randox Health.

APC
BMPR1A
EPCAM
MLH1
MSH2
MSH6
MUTYH
PMS2
POLD1
POLE
PTEN
SMAD4
STK11

About this test

Some cancers run in families - knowing your risk can make all the difference. It is estimated that up to 10% of all bowel cancers are caused by an inherited mutation. Our genetic bowel cancer test screens for mutations in 15 key genes associated with increased risk. With this insight you can make informed decisions to help protect your health.

Bowel cancer is the 4th most common cancer in the UK with over 40,000 new cases each year. You may be at higher risk of developing bowel cancer if a parent or sibling has been diagnosed previously. Cancer Research UK estimate that 54% of bowel cancer cases are preventable. If genetic testing shows you have a higher risk of bowel cancer, there may be ways to reduce that risk including regular screening, lifestyle changes and risk reducing surgery. Not sure if genetic testing is right for you? For £100, book a phone call with a genetic counsellor to discuss your family history, previous tests, the testing process, genes tested, turnaround times, and potential implications. You'll get expert guidance on the best test for you-plus £100 off your chosen genetic test.

15 genes analysed from a simple blood sample
Consultation with a genetic counsellor
We will contact you within 6 weeks to arrange your results consultation

Description provided by Randox Health.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score

Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

The listing publishes a detailed 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 9.2/10

13 biomarkers, placing it in the 79th percentile of cancer screening tests we track.
Collection convenience 3.0/10

Requires a venous draw at a clinic; results in around 42 days.
Results and follow-up 7.0/10

Results are reviewed by a doctor.
Trust signals 9.0/10

Trustpilot 4.6 from 29,705 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 (Randox Clinical Laboratory Services, lab 9329)); CQC registered.
Value for money 6.0/10

£594.00; no comparable tests to benchmark against yet.

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