HOW TO USE THE COLOGUARD® TEST
Noninvasive, simple, and effective
screening
The Cologuard test detects 92% of colon cancer1. It’s delivered right to your door and requires no change to your diet or medications. Medicare and most major insurers also cover it for people who are at average risk for colon cancer. Learn how to use your Cologuard kit with our step-by-step guide.
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The Triple S method: Set up, sample, and ship
Follow these easy instructions to use your Cologuard kit.

What’s inside your Cologuard kit
- Return shipping box
- Sample container
- Probe + tube
- Bracket
- Patient guide instructions
- Sample labels
- Bottle of liquid preservative)
Pack it, send it, get results fast
To ship back your sample, follow the simple instructions for repacking, labeling, and shipping (which we cover). Once our lab receives your sample, test results will typically be available within 2 weeks.

Ready to get started?
Get your Cologuard prescription today. We can help you talk to your health care provider or a telehealth specialist.