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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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screening test

MoCA is a widely used screening test designed to assess memory, thinking skills, and the risk of developing dementia.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026

Following her twins' diagnoses, Nelson began campaigning for screenings at birth and launched a petition for it to be added to the newborn blood spot screening test.

From BBC ● Apr. 19, 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, which went public in 2001, sells genetic tests, a liver cancer screening test called Oncoguard, and Cologuard, which was memorably lampooned External link by Saturday Night Live in 2023.

From Barron's ● Nov. 20, 2025

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

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 20, 2025

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