Colorectal Cancer Screen (Blood) in Ashburn, VA
Blood-based colorectal cancer biomarker screen — used by adults monitoring CRC risk between colonoscopies. No bowel prep or fasting required.
Walk-in price
Colorectal Cancer Screen (Blood)
- Blood sample
- Results in 5–7 business days
- Doctor’s order included
- HSA / FSA accepted
42775 Generation Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
What this test screens for
Understanding the Colorectal Cancer Screen (Blood)
The Colorectal Cancer Screen (Blood) is a blood-based biomarker test for adults who want to monitor colorectal cancer (CRC) risk between colonoscopies or as a supplemental screening option. The test measures a combination of blood-based markers associated with colorectal cancer risk — it does not require bowel preparation, dietary restrictions, or the scheduling lead time of a colonoscopy.
At our Ashburn lab, the colorectal cancer screen is $379 and uses a blood draw. No fasting is required. Results post to your secure online portal within 5 to 7 business days. This test is designed for adults who are monitoring CRC risk as part of a broader screening strategy — it is not a substitute for colonoscopy, which remains the gold-standard procedure for visualizing and removing polyps and detecting early colorectal cancer.
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the U.S. and is highly treatable when caught early. Most clinical guidelines recommend beginning CRC screening at age 45. Adults with a personal or family history of colorectal cancer, adenomatous polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, or inherited syndromes (Lynch syndrome, familial adenomatous polyposis) may be advised to begin screening earlier and at shorter intervals — discuss your specific history with a primary-care or gastroenterology provider.
Why people get this test
- Monitoring CRC risk between scheduled colonoscopies
- Adults over 45 beginning colorectal cancer screening
- Adults who want a no-prep blood-based option as part of a broader CRC surveillance plan
- Individuals with a family history of colorectal cancer wanting a more frequent monitoring option
- Adults who are not yet due for colonoscopy but want an interim risk check
What to expect
From check-in to results — what your visit looks like
Most visits take under 15 minutes. Here’s the full arc, start to finish.
How to prepare
No fasting required. No bowel prep or dietary restrictions needed. Take morning medications normally. Plain water is fine. No strenuous exercise for 24 hours before the draw if advised by the specific test protocol — confirm at check-in.
During your visit
A single blood draw — typically two or three tubes — completed in about 5 minutes. Most visits are 10 to 15 minutes total from check-in to walking out. No prep, no discomfort beyond a standard blood draw.
Getting your results
Results post to your secure online portal within 5 to 7 business days. The report indicates whether markers associated with colorectal cancer risk were detected. Any positive or elevated result should be reviewed with a primary-care or gastroenterology provider — a positive blood-based CRC screen typically warrants follow-up colonoscopy for direct visualization and tissue sampling.
Confidential
Your results never go through your insurance carrier.
Transparent
Price you see is price you pay.
Fast
Most results in 24–72 hours through our portal.
Doctor’s order
Included as part of every visit. No referral needed.
FAQ
Colorectal Cancer Screen (Blood) — what people ask
Specific questions about the colorectal cancer screen (blood). For anything not covered, call 571-500-7030.
Does this blood test replace a colonoscopy?
No. Colonoscopy is the standard procedure for detecting and removing polyps and diagnosing colorectal cancer through direct visualization. Blood-based CRC screens are supplemental monitoring tools — useful between colonoscopies or as part of a broader surveillance strategy, but not a substitute for the procedure itself. A positive result from a blood-based screen typically leads to colonoscopy for confirmation.
Who should get colorectal cancer screening?
Most major guidelines (ACS, USPSTF) recommend beginning CRC screening at age 45 for average-risk adults. Adults with a personal or family history of colorectal cancer, polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, or certain genetic syndromes may be advised to start earlier and screen more frequently. Discuss your specific history with a primary-care or gastroenterology provider.
How is this different from a stool-based CRC test like Cologuard?
Stool-based tests (such as FIT or Cologuard) detect blood or altered DNA in stool. This blood-based screen detects circulating biomarkers in the blood. Both are non-invasive alternatives to colonoscopy for interim monitoring; neither substitutes for the procedure. The right choice depends on your risk profile and clinical history — discuss with a provider.
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Mold Exposure Panel
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Micronutrient Panel
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Service area
We serve these communities
We serve Ashburn and the surrounding Loudoun and Fairfax County communities from our Goose Creek Village lab.
Book your colorectal cancer screen (blood) today.
Walk in or reserve a time online. Most visits take under 15 minutes.