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screening test

British

noun

a simple test performed on a large number of people to identify those who have or are likely to develop a specified disease

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Nelson's petition aims to get SMA screening added to the newborn blood screening test, which is also known as the heel prick test.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

However, none of these approaches has yet led to a validated screening test suitable for widespread use before symptoms begin.

From Science Daily • Jan. 29, 2026

Exact Sciences offers cancer screening and diagnostic products, including Cologuard, a colorectal cancer screening test.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

Exact Sciences sells Cologuard, an at-home colon cancer screening test.

From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025

Ms Wesson, 43, and her partner Mr Everson, 47, were expecting their first child when in January 2019, a blood screening test indicated their baby had a high chance of having a chromosomal abnormality.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2025

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