A novel multi-gene marker blood test to increase community participation in colorectal cancer screening. [ 2016 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Graeme Young (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Erin Symonds ,  Mr Stephen Cole ,  Prof Carlene Wilson ,  Prof Richard Woodman
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Brief description Bowel cancer screening programs are vital for early detection and prevention, but participation with the traditional faecal testing mode is less than 35%. Reasons include dislike or unsuitability for faecal testing. These barriers could be overcome and participation could increase using a different sampling mode for the screening test. We have developed a blood test for bowel cancer and will investigate if people who will not screen with the stool test will screen with the blood test instead.

Funding Amount $AUD 597,494.74

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant