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screening test

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noun

  1. 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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Grail stock plunged after its Galleri multi-cancer screening test failed to achieve its primary objective in a U.K. trial.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 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

He added he hoped his work for the charity would encourage more men to get a screening test "which will hopefully prevent further needless deaths".

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2025

She urged parents to sign up for the screening test.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2024

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