What is the bowel cancer screening test?
Testing for bowel cancer uses a simple, at-home test called a faecal occult blood test (FOBT). This test looks for traces of blood in poo which are invisible and could be a sign of bowel cancer.
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program invites you to do the test every two years until you turn 74. Your test will arrive at the address listed on your Medicare card. Visit Services Australia to make sure your details are up-to-date. Usually, you will get your invitation for the bowel screening test on or around your birthday, but it can arrive up to six months later.
If you have already received your faecal occult blood test, sign up for bowel cancer reminders to help you get your screening done.