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What are the tests for finding polyps <br />and colorectal cancer? <br />A narrow, lighted tube is used to look inside your rectum and lower part <br />of the colon. The doctor will be looking for cancer or polyps that could <br />turn into cancer. If they see something, they can take a piece of it and test <br />it for cancer. This test allows the doctor to look at only the lower part of <br />the colon. If any growths or polyps are found, a colonoscopy will need to <br />be done. <br />A narrow, lighted tube is used to look at the inside of the rectum and the <br />entire colon. The doctor will be looking for cancer or polyps that could <br />turn into cancer. If they see any polyps or growths, they can remove it or <br />take a piece to test it for cancer. Patients are usually given drugs to make <br />them sleep during a colonoscopy. <br />After a special enema is given, x-rays are taken of your rectum and colon. <br />The barium in the enema coats the inside of the rectum and colon. <br />The x-rays can then show any growths or polyps. If a change is seen, a <br />colonoscopy will need to be done so the doctor can remove it or take a <br />piece to test for cancer. <br />4 <br />/—( <br />