Cologuard test results are reported in a clear, easy-to-read format.
Interpreting the Results
A positive* result does not necessarily mean your patient has cancer. It means that Cologuard detected DNA and/or hemoglobin biomarkers in the stool which are associated with CRC or advanced adenoma. Positive Cologuard results should be followed by a colonoscopy.
False positives and false negatives occur with Cologuard and appropriate follow-up is important. Patients with a positive result should have a colonoscopy. Patients with a negative colonoscopy following a positive Cologuard result do not require additional clinical evaluation.
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A negative* result means that Cologuard did not detect significant levels of DNA and/or hemoglobin biomarkers in the stool which are associated with CRC or advanced adenoma.
False positives and false negatives occur with Cologuard and appropriate follow-up is important. Patients with a negative result should continue in a screening program appropriate for the patient. Cologuard is recommended by the American Cancer Society every 3 years.**
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*If a result cannot be obtained due to insufficient sample size, low DNA capture, etc., the lab will automatically request a second sample, at no additional cost to the patient.
**Wolf AMD, et al. CA Cancer J Clin. 2018;68(4):250-281.
