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Health Checkup Facilities for Colorectal Cancer in Aomori

Colorectal cancer ranks first in cancer incidence when men and women are combined, making it one of the most representative lifestyle-related cancers. In the early stages there are almost no noticeable symptoms; as the disease advances, signs such as blood in the stool, abdominal pain, and anemia may appear. In addition to fecal occult blood testing, it is important to use tumor markers (CEA and CA19-9), abdominal CT, and whole-body PET imaging to enable early detection and to determine whether distant metastasis is present.

Key tests for Colorectal Cancer in Aomori

Tumor Markers (Blood Test)

2 facilities in Aomori

A blood test that measures the levels of substances associated with cancer

CT (Computed Tomography)

4 facilities in Aomori

A computed tomography scan that uses X-rays to capture cross-sectional images of the body and detect cancers and other abnormalities

PET (Positron Emission Tomography)

2 facilities in Aomori

A scan that injects a tracer that accumulates in cancer cells to help detect cancers throughout the body at an early stage

Recommended frequency

For individuals aged 40 and older, an annual fecal occult blood test is recommended. If the result is positive or if there is a family history of colorectal cancer, a comprehensive health checkup (ningen dock) that includes colonoscopy and further diagnostic workup is recommended.

Popular tests at facilities for Colorectal Cancer in Aomori

Facilities in Aomori for Colorectal Cancer

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認定施設

青森県 八戸市大字田面木字中明戸2

JR八戸駅よりタクシー約5分、またはバス「日赤病院」バス停下車

病院ドック学会
胃カメラ腹部エコーCTMRIマンモグラフィー腫瘍マーカー+5
女性専用日あり
脳ドック
あおもり協立病院のイメージ画像(実際の施設とは異なります)イメージ
認定施設

青森県 青森市東大野2-1-10

青森県青森市東大野2丁目1番地10(電話: 017-762-5500)

病院ドック学会
MRIPETPSA
土曜受診可
医療法人三良会 村上新町病院のイメージ画像(実際の施設とは異なります)イメージ

青森県 青森市新町2-1-13

病院ドック学会
腹部エコーCTMRIマンモグラフィー骨密度眼底検査+3
女性専用日あり土曜受診可日曜受診可Web予約可
乳がん検診胃がん検診大腸がん検診
津軽保健生活協同組合 健生病院のイメージ画像(実際の施設とは異なります)イメージ

青森県 弘前市大字扇町2-2-2

病院ドック学会
胃カメラ腹部エコーMRIマンモグラフィー子宮頸がん腫瘍マーカー+5
土曜受診可送迎あり健保補助対応
脳ドック乳がん検診子宮がん検診

Frequently asked questions

How many health checkup facilities in Aomori cover Colorectal Cancer?

Aomori has 6 listed health checkup facilities that offer at least one of the tests related to Colorectal Cancer (Tumor Markers (Blood Test), CT (Computed Tomography), PET (Positron Emission Tomography)).

Which tests are effective for the early detection of Colorectal Cancer?

For the early detection of Colorectal Cancer, Tumor Markers (Blood Test), CT (Computed Tomography), PET (Positron Emission Tomography) are effective. Colorectal cancer ranks first in cancer incidence when men and women are combined, making it one of the most representative lifestyle-related cancers. In the early stages there are almost no noticeable symptoms; as the disease advances, signs such as blood in the stool, abdominal pain, and anemia may appear. In addition to fecal occult blood testing, it is important to use tumor markers (CEA and CA19-9), abdominal CT, and whole-body PET imaging to enable early detection and to determine whether distant metastasis is present.

How often should I undergo testing for Colorectal Cancer?

For individuals aged 40 and older, an annual fecal occult blood test is recommended. If the result is positive or if there is a family history of colorectal cancer, a comprehensive health checkup (ningen dock) that includes colonoscopy and further diagnostic workup is recommended.

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