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Shield by Guardant

Adults 45+ wanting non-invasive CRC screening

$1495
FDA approved (CRC test only)
Detects: Colorectal only
Sample: Blood draw
Results: 10-14 days

Test Performance

Sensitivity

83% for CRC (54.5-65% Stage I)

Specificity

90%

Detection Method

ctDNA

Turnaround

10-14 days

Key Features

FDA-approved for CRC • Medicare coverage • Blood-based alternative to colonoscopy • Primary screening option

Who It's For

Important Notes

First FDA-approved blood test for primary colorectal cancer screening. $1,495 cash pay;most insured patients pay $0. Medicare covered, UnitedHealthcare coverage added, VA Community Care covered. ADLT status from CMS. Detects only 13% of advanced adenomas. Note:Guardant's separate Shield MCD multi-cancer test is NOT FDA approved and is a different product at a different price.

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