A 47-year-old average‑risk adult asks about colorectal cancer screening. He has never been screened. What is an appropriate plan per USPSTF?...

Question

A 47-year-old average‑risk adult asks about colorectal cancer screening. He has never been screened. What is an appropriate plan per USPSTF?

Accepted Answer

Initiate CRC screening now at age 45 with any approved modality

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Wait until age 50 to start screening

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Start stool DNA‑FIT every 10 years

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CT colonography yearly

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Only screen if he has first‑degree relative with CRC

preventive medicine MCQ (SBA): USPSTF Recommendation (2021): Colorectal Cancer Screening