Newfoundland Bowel Health Self-Test/Home Test Kit

Newfoundland Bowel Health Test

Overview

The Newfoundland Bowel Health Test is an at-home FIT (Faecal Immunochemical Test) designed to detect occult (hidden) blood in stool samples. Hidden blood can be an early sign of bowel cancer or other bowel conditions, making regular testing an important part of looking after your digestive health.

Key features

• At-home FIT (Faecal Immunochemical Test) to detect occult (hidden) blood in stool
• Helps to screen for bowel cancer and other conditions such as polyps
• Simple stool sample collection with clear, step-by-step instructions
• Results in around 5 minutes
• Over 99% accuracy in laboratory testing
• Doctor approved and CE marked

How to use

• Collect a stool sample using the stool catcher or toilet paper as directed
• Insert the sampling stick into the stool in several places, then return it to the tube
• Shake the tube to mix the sample with the buffer solution
• Add the recommended drops to the test device or reaction tube
• Wait for the indicated time (around 5 minutes) and read the result as per the leaflet

Who is this test for?

• Adults who want to proactively monitor bowel health at home
• Individuals with symptoms such as a change in bowel habit, blood in stool, abdominal pain or unexplained weight loss
• People aged 45+ who wish to include bowel health screening in their routine checks

This self-test is not a diagnosis on its own. Always follow the instructions carefully and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about your symptoms and results, especially if you obtain a positive result.