Investigations
GP and practice insight guides
Read our concise guides to support your recognition, referral and management of people with suspected cancer in your practice.
The Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)
The Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) can detect invisible traces of blood in faeces and is used to guide the management of patients with lower GI symptoms.
PSA Testing
Information on PSA testing and recognition and referral of suspected prostate cancer
Colon capsule endoscopy
Colon capsule endoscopy (CCE) uses a tablet sized camera which can be swallowed to take images of the bowel.
Capsule sponge
A capsule sponge device is used to sample cells from the lining of the oesophagus.
Questions?
If you have any questions about primary care investigations then please get in touch