FIT

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FIT
TermFIT
Short definitionfistula (FIS-chuh-luh) An abnormal opening or passage between two organs or between an organ and the body surface. Fistulas can be caused by injury, infection, or inflammation, or they can develop during surgery 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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FIT - A test that checks for occult (hidden) blood in the stool. A small sample of stool is placed in a special collection tube or card for testing. The test uses an antibody that attaches to a blood protein called hemoglobin to detect blood. Blood in the stool can be a sign of colon cancer or other problems like polyps, ulcers, or hemorrhoids. Also known as stool immunochemical test, iFOBT, immunoassay test for stool occult blood, immunochemical test for stool occult blood and immunological test for stool occult blood

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