Cancer Screening and Prevention at Karmanos

Have you been screened for cancer?

In the fight against cancer, early detection is an important weapon, since cancer is most treatable in its early stages. Many forms of cancer do not display symptoms at their onset, so screening tests are used to monitor for warning signs.

At Karmanos, we offer cancer screenings, including:

Mammograms

  • Breast screening is recommended to begin at age 40.

Lung Cancer Screening

  • Adults ages 50-80 who are current smokers or quit no more than 15 years ago, with at least a 20 pack per year smoking history.

Pap and HPV tests

  • Adults with a cervix ages 21-29 should have a Pap test every three years.
  • Adults with a cervix between ages 30-65 should have a Pap test and an HPV test every five years or a Pap test every three years.
  • Adults with a cervix 65 and older who have had regular screenings and normal results can cease screening.

Colonoscopy/Cologuard

  • Adults at average risk should begin screening at age 45 and continue every ten years.

Genetic Counseling

  • Genetic counseling is helpful to anyone who has concern about their risk of cancer. It can help you understand the options for prevention, early detection and treatment.     

A referral is not needed for a screening at Karmanos.

Patients who participate in the Screening and Prevention Program at Karmanos receive unmatched attention from a specialized team of experts. If your screening results show signs of cancer, you can take comfort in knowing that you're in expert hands at one of the nation's top cancer centers.

With early detection, positive screening results can lead to positive outcomes.

To request a cancer screening, please fill out the form or call:

1-800-KARMANOS

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Safe Care at Karmanos

Karmanos Cancer Institute is committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care even in the face of COVID-19. The safety of our patients and staff is always our top priority. We want to assure patients seeking care at a Karmanos facility that they are being treated in a safe environment by personnel who are adhering to the most current safety precautions.

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With early detection, positive screening results can lead to positive outcomes.

Since every patient is unique, screening needs differ by individual. Please call us at 1-800-KARMANOS to speak with an oncology patient navigator who can help you determine which tests are right for you. If you have a primary care provider, we’ll work together to ensure you have access to the screening you need. However, a referral is not needed to be seen for screening at Karmanos.

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Mammography

Mammography is a special type of X-ray that is used to detect breast abnormalities. Karmanos recommends an annual screening mammogram for all women of average risk beginning at age 40. Women with one or more risk factors should talk with their family doctor or a Karmanos expert about when to begin getting mammograms.

Lung Cancer Screening

Screening for lung cancer is a multi-step process. It begins with an office visit to assess needs and risks. Eligible candidates will then undergo low-dose CT scans. These scans are more sensitive than X-rays and can detect abnormalities in the lungs. Scans are then read by a Karmanos radiologist. Adults ages 50-80 who are current smokers or who quit no more than 15 years ago, with at least 20-pack-year smoking history.

Cervical Cancer Screening

A Papanicolaou test (Pap test) is used to find cell changes or abnormal cells in the cervix. Cells are swabbed from the cervix then sent to a lab and examined for irregularities. The Pap test finds cancer cells and cells that could become cancerous in the future. An HPV test checks for the presence of the Human Papillomavirus Virus using a swab of the cervix. This virus can sometimes lead to cervical cancer.

Adults with a cervix between the ages of 21 and 29 should have a Pap test every three years. Adults with a cervix between the ages of 30 and 65 should have a Pap test and an HPV test every five years or a Pap test alone every three years. Adults with a cervix age 65 and older who have had regular screenings and normal results can cease screening.

Colorectal Cancer Screening

During a colonoscopy, a small flexible tube with a camera at the tip is inserted into the rectum to detect abnormalities in the large intestine and rectum. Patients are sedated for this procedure. Cologuard is a non-invasive at-home test that screens for colon cancer through a stool sample. Adults at average risk should begin screening at age 45 and continue every 10 years. Those at an increased risk may begin screening sooner and continue with more frequency.

Genetic Counseling

The Cancer Genetic Counseling Service is helpful to anyone who has anxiety and/or concern about their risk of cancer. This service is useful if you have: Several relatives with cancer, a personal or family history of a rare or unusual cancer (such as male breast cancer), a relative with more than one type of cancer or a personal or family history of cancer under the age of 50.

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