The American Cancer Society recommends which test, a visual examination of the colon, once every 10 years beginning at age 50?

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The test recommended by the American Cancer Society for visual examination of the colon once every 10 years beginning at age 50 is a colonoscopy. Choice B, colectomy, is a surgical procedure to remove all or part of the colon and would not be a screening test. Choice C, colopexy, is a surgical procedure to secure the colon to the abdominal wall and also would not be a screening test. Choice D, colostomy, is a surgical procedure to create an opening in the abdomen for waste to exit the body and would not be a screening test.

The American Cancer Society Recommends Which Test, a Visual Examination