Question

A 47-year-old at average risk asks when to begin colorectal cancer screening. Vitals normal. Which is the best recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Start now with any approved strategy (e.g., FIT annually, colonoscopy every 10 years)

Answer

Start screening at age 50; no testing now

Answer

Delay until age 60 unless symptomatic

Answer

CT colonography every 5 years beginning at 55

Answer

Colonoscopy every 3 years beginning now

Practice question

A 47-year-old at average risk asks when to begin colorectal cancer screening. Vitals normal. Which is the best recommendation?