Presented by Dr Joe Mays and Dr Sarah Bailey, June 2026

This webinar focused on the use of the Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) in primary care for the early detection and management of bowel cancer. Key topics included when to do a FIT test, referral advice for the Lower GI USC pathway and FIT negative follow-up

Key Points Covered:

• When to do a FIT test: What does the guidance tell us?
• When NOT to do a FIT test?
  FIT is a quantitative test for blood in stool, replacing older guaiac-based tests. It is used both in screening programmes and for symptomatic patients in primary care.
• FIT thresholds for screening and symptomatic detection: What's the difference and why does it matter?
• When to refer to Lower GI USC pathway, and when NOT to refer
• Safety Netting: What to do when the FIT test is negative?

Access the webinar slides here

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