How to properly use Cologuard colon cancer at-home test kit

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  • @diannasantoro118
    @diannasantoro118 10 місяців тому +122

    Thank goodness someone took the time to make this video. It’s much appreciated.

  • @kristismart4065
    @kristismart4065 5 місяців тому +38

    So much easier than the included instructions.

    • @daphne201239
      @daphne201239 4 місяці тому +3

      Except the missing part about adding labels

    • @kristismart4065
      @kristismart4065 4 місяці тому +3

      @@daphne201239 Yes. That was the one part that was missing.

    • @thatwickedsmahttraumachick
      @thatwickedsmahttraumachick 28 днів тому

      @@kristismart4065 What do I do with the big container that has my stuff in it if I’m sending back the tiny vile

  • @patricesilva3718
    @patricesilva3718 Рік тому +39

    Im so grateful for video Thank you sir I would not open the box until i knew what to do

    • @NoOneGetzOutAlive
      @NoOneGetzOutAlive 18 днів тому

      LMAO I've been sitting here looking at this box for 3 weeks

  • @jeffreygregory2249
    @jeffreygregory2249 6 місяців тому +23

    Ty, watched your video, did everything you said to do, got home after taking it to ups and desided to read the paper work.. That's when I found the 2 labels that I was supposed to fill out and put on the tube and container.. Now I have to do it all again after waiting for a new kit to get here, so you really need to add the part about the labels to the video.

    • @daphne201239
      @daphne201239 4 місяці тому +3

      I was thinking about the labels (only because I watched another video about it last week). Very important part.

    • @excitationofstereocilia2103
      @excitationofstereocilia2103 Місяць тому

      What about reading ???😂❤

    • @KUarentaKILLA
      @KUarentaKILLA 20 днів тому

      Don’t you know how to read the instructions ni66a

  • @ScaryTerryCards
    @ScaryTerryCards 4 місяці тому +7

    Thanks for this quick and easy video. I just did mine and mailed it off to UPS. 5 stars for this easy to follow video!

  • @405Lenny
    @405Lenny 8 місяців тому +8

    Very good video. I did mine recently, I was a little reluctant at first but the whole process is really pretty simple. I was glad to get a negative result.

  • @williamperry4769
    @williamperry4769 3 місяці тому +2

    Just got my first test kit and this video answered all the questions to answers before I open, Thanks

  • @mackjones8409
    @mackjones8409 3 місяці тому +2

    I was about to throw my kit away as I am admittedly horrible at reading directions so thanks so much for the video

  • @mongoose388
    @mongoose388 Рік тому +44

    Handling this in the kitchen is a good idea, said no one ever.

    • @brettsix2027
      @brettsix2027 Рік тому

      Yep… I’m just going to put this bucket of poop right up on my counter, and swab it.
      I’m sure it’ll be fine.

    • @cericson3426
      @cericson3426 Рік тому +4

      A lot of people do this cuz they think it's a replacement for getting a colonoscopy it's not your doctor's going to tell you you still need a colonoscopy.

    • @kishajames3527
      @kishajames3527 Рік тому +9

      Wrong. As long as the report comes back clear, no actual colonoscopy will be necessary.

    • @chocloditelensman
      @chocloditelensman Рік тому +4

      I noticed that too - maybe the garage where you change the oil ? Lol. Kitchen table ? Gross.

    • @corv989
      @corv989 5 місяців тому +1

      My kitchen smells divine now :D

  • @MissChrissyM1
    @MissChrissyM1 Рік тому +89

    But you forgot to mention filling out two of the name tag labels, and a fixing them one to the larger receptacle and one to the test tube. I can’t imagine you forgot to mention that. Other than that, you have the best video on how to use Cologuard. So thank you.

    • @TniMreSlechia
      @TniMreSlechia Рік тому +26

      I hate reading instructions so I came here for a video. 😂 Very helpful!

    • @Leroy100
      @Leroy100 Рік тому +4

      @@TniMreSlechianever showed how to return it.

    • @judierenaud9072
      @judierenaud9072 Рік тому

      ua-cam.com/video/U-EvbGM_5Qc/v-deo.htmlsi=OMgXWYkP5_rxFZed

    • @sarahwelsh6294
      @sarahwelsh6294 10 місяців тому +3

      @@Leroy100UPS

    • @diannasantoro118
      @diannasantoro118 10 місяців тому +3

      Thank you so much for mentioning the labels. I might have overlooked this.

  • @dreamingcode
    @dreamingcode 5 місяців тому +1

    So glad you made this video. Men there is a gap so you can keep your urine relatively separate. And for those of us who are delusional, the gap is big enough. Don't forget to label your samples! 1 copy on tube, 1 on collection container.

  • @MsTempestj
    @MsTempestj 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow. I had to find this. This kind gentleman made it so easy...not looking forward to it but this surely helps tremendously. Thank you, Dr. McGeorge.

  • @EdgeyD1
    @EdgeyD1 4 місяці тому +4

    Thanks for the perfectly timed & informative video. All my questions were answered in minutes!

  • @kryptonite3846
    @kryptonite3846 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you! This was extremely easy to understand and made everything absolutely clear as far as collection, return,and exactly how the entire process is done 💯 Im gonna share this video with family and friends immediately!!❤️ Thanks again

  • @Paul.Douglas
    @Paul.Douglas 10 місяців тому +36

    The poo emoji freakin' cracked me up! Well done!

  • @jerriem364
    @jerriem364 10 місяців тому +5

    The best video so far😊❤ thanks

  • @rosaliedegarie2077
    @rosaliedegarie2077 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video for us. God Bless you, Dr.

  • @blossomebanks8371
    @blossomebanks8371 Рік тому +14

    Very clear and easy to follow. Thanks much.

  • @antangsoberano2477
    @antangsoberano2477 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you, this answered the question in my mind. Much better than the printed instructions. 🙏

  • @newflame13fiya
    @newflame13fiya День тому

    Thank you for the video. This all seemed quite intimidating at first glance.

  • @Sudann100
    @Sudann100 Місяць тому

    Finally . This video makes it much easier than instructions. Thank you .

  • @deebailey7776
    @deebailey7776 11 місяців тому +4

    Thank you so much. Please keep help informing people like me😅

  • @shont3286
    @shont3286 2 місяці тому

    Just finished preparing my sample. That was fun, I had a great time doing it.

  • @nataliebutler7420
    @nataliebutler7420 6 місяців тому

    Thanks, I haven't read over the instructions & had 2 go quickly & ur video helped me with all I needed. Thanks🎉

  • @rickilynnwolfe8357
    @rickilynnwolfe8357 8 місяців тому +3

    I hate reading instructions thank you so much for the video I’m going to do this in the morning and drive it to UPS thanks

  • @GGinc-jj6qj
    @GGinc-jj6qj 28 днів тому

    So much easier than the directions. Thank you!!

  • @braggs619
    @braggs619 Рік тому +6

    thanks i appreciate the video i have my kit and will do this tonight

  • @jeffreywoodard3161
    @jeffreywoodard3161 10 місяців тому +4

    Thank you, this video was very helpful.Made the whole process easy

  • @gabriellejosef-marie2980
    @gabriellejosef-marie2980 Рік тому +18

    You’re hilarious! Made a serious and gross subject funny!

  • @applepie9576
    @applepie9576 11 місяців тому +6

    My Cologuard experience: My doctor recommended this for me since I'm low-risk for colon cancer. Mine came back POSITIVE. So, that meant I HAD to have a colonoscopy anyway. BUT, my insurance had paid for the Cologuard as my SCREENING test. My colonoscopy then was considered DIAGNOSTIC, so I had to pay for that. Everything was fine and nothing at all was found, not even a polyp. The thing is, I don't believe this test is entirely accurate and I would be afraid to put any faith in even a negative result. If I had a false positive, then anyone could have a false negative. There is no substitute for a colonoscopy where the doctor can actually see what's going on in there.

    • @SparkingLife111
      @SparkingLife111 10 місяців тому +1

      Oh wow so if you didn't do color guard your insurance would have paid for it

    • @applepie9576
      @applepie9576 10 місяців тому

      @@SparkingLife111 Yes, correct. The CG was considered the screening.

    • @bpace2509
      @bpace2509 10 місяців тому +3

      I talked to my Dr. about this before agreeing to Cologuard. I was told it used to be done that way, but not anymore. If the Cologuard comes back positive, the follow up colonscopy can also be billed to insurance as screening; however, if they find anything, they would remove it and it would no longer be billed as screening. Dr. also informed me if you did the colonscopy without Cologuard and they found anything, they would remove it, and then it also would not be billed as screening.

    • @applepie9576
      @applepie9576 10 місяців тому

      @bpace2509 I guess the bottom line is that people need to check with their insurance companies before any of this so they don't get sticker shock like I did. I'm due again this summer so I'm going straight to the colonoscopy. The Su-Prep prescribed now isn't really that bad. It's expensive tho but I found a GoodRX coupon and got it at CVS for $45 instead of $100+ at WM. Also, the anesthesia used gets out of the system fairly quickly. My hub just had it done, then we went to breakfast after and then shopping with no problem.

    • @rufus5966
      @rufus5966 8 місяців тому +1

      Exactly! Nothing is 'Affordable' anymore

  • @patriciabrown8666
    @patriciabrown8666 4 місяці тому

    🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉1 Thks we love you Sir Be Blessed

  • @scottjessup8746
    @scottjessup8746 2 місяці тому

    Thanks Dr. Sent mine off today.

  • @laureenejackson1441
    @laureenejackson1441 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for posting this informative video.

  • @video198712
    @video198712 Рік тому +7

    It was very easy to use, it is a little time consuming but, if I ever have do it again. I would use Cologuard. Much better than having to drink that horrible stuff beforehand

  • @ritadodhl8476
    @ritadodhl8476 Рік тому +5

    Thank you for the video ! very helpful. to the point!

  • @seabeach7
    @seabeach7 7 місяців тому

    Thanks so much for the informative information. 😊

  • @lindakirk9858
    @lindakirk9858 Рік тому +4

    I loved the video, very helpful, thank you

  • @chevonneadams7677
    @chevonneadams7677 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this I was stressed out looking at the box

  • @tguerrab
    @tguerrab Рік тому

    Very short and helpful video . Thank you .😅

  • @charisleon0716
    @charisleon0716 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much sir !!!!❤

  • @Kenny-fe5hq
    @Kenny-fe5hq Рік тому +34

    I took a colon cancer home test kit but had an envelope confusion and mistakenly sent it to my electric co instead of my bill payment.

  • @schlimmerk
    @schlimmerk Рік тому +4

    They need to provide a link to this from the company and pay you. Thanks for the video!

  • @kimberlynorton
    @kimberlynorton 3 місяці тому +1

    You missed the return label on the top of the box but thanks for putting this video together. Also, a person needs to fill out the paperwork.

  • @ericastanback3919
    @ericastanback3919 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks so much this video helped me out

  • @misterdavis9078
    @misterdavis9078 Рік тому +40

    Great now everyone in the UPS line will know I'm holding a box of sh1t. Box should have been more discreet jeez

    • @tomjosoff2859
      @tomjosoff2859 Рік тому +7

      They can pick it up at your door. Just call Exact Sciences to arrange the pick up.

    • @ellylopez1
      @ellylopez1 Рік тому +2

      Lol

    • @stevecarter2226
      @stevecarter2226 8 місяців тому +3

      Dude. I laughed to tears on your comment. Thought the same thing

    • @jasont7814
      @jasont7814 7 місяців тому +1

      Haha, yeah, the employees at the UPS store were pretty good about it. I’m sure they put on their latex gloves as soon as I left.

    • @omelygeo1993
      @omelygeo1993 6 місяців тому

      😂

  • @loriarnold9011
    @loriarnold9011 21 день тому

    Well done and thank you!

  • @parker-boy98
    @parker-boy98 3 місяці тому +1

    And here I was thinking you poop in the box! 😂

  • @samuelmiller8821
    @samuelmiller8821 Рік тому

    Helpful. My first time doing this. Didnt mention the labels though. That part to me seems like the most bothersome part. Its pretty simple if the toughest part is writing out and putting on labels. Lol

    • @Latour6182
      @Latour6182 10 місяців тому

      How do you people function on a daily basis? 😂 Read the instructions that come with the Cologuard hit.

  • @mariagheorghe1491
    @mariagheorghe1491 Рік тому +2

    What about the ID . This is the most important thing when you testing blood or whatever is....?

  • @evablakeney4246
    @evablakeney4246 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much!

  • @lyndeeluu
    @lyndeeluu 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you

  • @adrienneroxanne9833
    @adrienneroxanne9833 Рік тому +1

    I have to do this soon. 😢 I'm gonna drop it off at my local Cvs because they have a UPS pick up.

  • @thatwickedsmahttraumachick
    @thatwickedsmahttraumachick 28 днів тому

    If I’m sending back the tiny sample, what do I do with the big plastic container with all the stuff in it?

  • @SparkingLife111
    @SparkingLife111 10 місяців тому

    From reading the directions you're supposed to scrape the outside of the poop I don't know if it matters but I think we scraped the outside because the cells from the wall of the colon will be on the outside of the poop

  • @flattery1111
    @flattery1111 Рік тому

    Thank you! ✨✨✨

  • @nicolerain3127
    @nicolerain3127 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for the video!

  • @XRPman2025
    @XRPman2025 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing. easy peasy

  • @Peacefulmission083
    @Peacefulmission083 2 місяці тому

    What happen sometimes pops come out with little blood because of hard stools in areas tissue breakdown? Is this result positive or negative because of blood?
    Other questions is if stools is big, is okay or make a half?

  • @RitaJimenez-j6r
    @RitaJimenez-j6r 2 місяці тому

    I just got mine today

  • @QPSbatch92
    @QPSbatch92 Рік тому

    What grove cover? please show where on the stick for better demostration. Thank you

  • @rodneywright9156
    @rodneywright9156 Рік тому +2

    Should i still get my colonoscopy if it comes back negative?

    • @applepie9576
      @applepie9576 11 місяців тому +1

      I just posted a comment but I'll quickly tell you my experience. I had a Cologuard test. It came back positive so I had to have a colonoscopy anyway. BUT my insur pd for the Cologuard as my screening. The colonoscopy was then considered diagnostic so I had to pay for that. Nothiing was found, not even a polyp. If I can have a false positive, then anyone can have a false negative. My advice: skip the Cologuard and get a colonoscopy. Even if you have a non-cancerous polyp, it needs to be removed in case it turns to cancer over time.

  • @LuzSanchez-yg1um
    @LuzSanchez-yg1um Рік тому

    Gracias muy explicado 😊😊

  • @Mskenergy
    @Mskenergy 6 місяців тому

    The next hardest part is in the ups store line trying not to be embarrassed that your holding a box full of yesterdays goods 😂

  • @azclaimjumper
    @azclaimjumper 6 місяців тому +2

    What IF the box with stool isn't delivered within the 4 days to Colo Guard?
    It appears no one is replying to any comments.

    • @patriciabrown8666
      @patriciabrown8666 4 місяці тому +1

      Then if you delivered you have reorder a test kit it cost about 500.00

  • @stillhere8553
    @stillhere8553 4 місяці тому

    Remember to add the 2 enclosed labels on the returning container and vile.

  • @evelynjackson5666
    @evelynjackson5666 5 місяців тому

    TKS VERY HELPFUL!

  • @mariacid8445
    @mariacid8445 7 місяців тому

    Thanks 😊

  • @MrEddieo1
    @MrEddieo1 Рік тому +2

    Way more preferable to doing a colonoscopy. Or as my 90 year old dad calls it a 'colonostomy'. Fortnate to be low risk.

  • @skoolie_life3261
    @skoolie_life3261 Рік тому +1

    Very helpful!!

  • @eftsoulpath333
    @eftsoulpath333 3 місяці тому

    I just got a positive result on my colorguard test so I had a colonoscopy which turned out negative.
    My gastroenterologist who has had 40 years experience, vehemently denounces using colorguard. He says that he sees this type of thing all the time. I will not use colorguard again.

  • @jAITtROtULL
    @jAITtROtULL 8 місяців тому

    The issue is, if your tumor isn’t bleeding, it won’t be detected that way. It’s best to have a colonoscopy. A bleeding tumor is still cancer, you want to catch it when it’s still a polyp or in its early stages.

  • @Aries-cp1fv
    @Aries-cp1fv 3 місяці тому

    Big sigh of relief from this novice. Scared to death to even start. God bless whoever thought of this.

  • @rain3140
    @rain3140 5 місяців тому

    very helpful!

  • @CODACAIN76
    @CODACAIN76 8 місяців тому

    What if your sample gets damaged during delivery or at the laboratory?

  • @patriciabrown8666
    @patriciabrown8666 4 місяці тому

    Be sure to fill outbthe labels time and date of the sample so Colorguard can notify UPS for pick up.

  • @2076ljd
    @2076ljd 5 місяців тому +1

    The ring doorbell sound was unnecessary - thanks for making my dogs go crazy.

  • @MuzicTunes-lk6np
    @MuzicTunes-lk6np 6 місяців тому

    I wasn't expecting this box & already opened the box incorrectly. I had no idea what it was or no one indicating to me that this was going to be delivered to my home address. 🤔

  • @MurderM
    @MurderM Рік тому +4

    Sent mines back with vomit mixed. The small sample probe got me man. Lol

  • @aimeemorris9997
    @aimeemorris9997 7 місяців тому

    Fantastic, except for the omission of the putting on of the labels before you mail everything back.

  • @footballfan7771
    @footballfan7771 8 місяців тому

    I cut my box thinking it was my Temu order😮 Can I tape it up?

  • @asianangler
    @asianangler Рік тому +1

    how many drops of liquid you put in your stool from that little bottle?

    • @artjane8172
      @artjane8172 Рік тому +1

      Don't add liquid to vial at all

  • @VelvetLattimoreVedazzlingAc

    Very good!!

  • @judykovach6912
    @judykovach6912 5 місяців тому

    Can u do this if you hv a softer stool, but not diarrhea…?

  • @patriciabrown8666
    @patriciabrown8666 4 місяці тому

    Be sure to write down the date and time as well before you call Colorguard to have it picked up
    🙏🏾🙌🏾🎉👍🏿🙏🏾🙌🏾

  • @cericson3426
    @cericson3426 Рік тому +6

    Every time I see the commercials for this I giggle because make no mistake you're still getting a colonoscopy you can do cologuard if you want but as soon as your doctor looks at the results he's going to tell you you need colonoscopy, might as well do that just skip this.
    I think a lot of people think that this is an option to getting a colonoscopy well it's really not.

    • @jademusic1211
      @jademusic1211 Рік тому +9

      It's only a problem if they detect blood in your stool or there's something that would give them a reason to *recommend* a colonoscopy. It's always your choice. I'm doing Cologuard because colonoscopies are invasive and risky. This eliminates going through the procedure, *unless you have to* . They need to find something wrong with you in order to suggest you get a "full" colonoscopy. If your Cologuard comes back negative and you're being pushed to get a colonoscopy, *anyway* , you're wasting your time, and lining BigPharma and BigMedicine's pockets (not to mention putting yourself at risk) for an *unnecessary* procedure.🤷‍♀️ However, if you have a history of polyps or colon cancer, then it's always recommended to have a "complete" colonoscopy. Cologuard is more for people with a low risk or for those who have never had any issues detected with prior colonoscopies.

    • @kishajames3527
      @kishajames3527 Рік тому +9

      Wrong. I was told by my dr, who ordered it for me, if the report was clear, no colonoscopy would be necessary.

    • @Whitneypyant
      @Whitneypyant Рік тому +1

      @@jademusic1211cologuard would give a false positive or false negative either way you still getting a colonoscopy.

    • @Whitneypyant
      @Whitneypyant Рік тому

      @@kishajames3527don’t listen your doctor and get colonoscopy. Don’t waste your time

    • @cherylsmith2537
      @cherylsmith2537 Рік тому +3

      I was given a colonoscopy for screening because of my age. I had no digestive symptoms. Two months later, I almost died. Needed emergency surgery. Turns out, they perforated my colon. So much for an invasive procedure for screening.

  • @FranBushardt
    @FranBushardt 7 місяців тому

    Cannot have Urine in it, how do you keep it out?

  • @fabiebee4270
    @fabiebee4270 Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @vialarmsecurityandfire8145
    @vialarmsecurityandfire8145 Рік тому

    Good, solid instructions. Dude is in the kitchen.

  • @HLJRMAI1
    @HLJRMAI1 Місяць тому

    I feel like a lot of people arent going to get their test results back after watching this video. You never included the important part of filling out the labels

  • @wilmcgregor3300
    @wilmcgregor3300 Рік тому +1

    and most gastero doctors dont recommend this test due to false positives.

  • @Lopezflies888
    @Lopezflies888 Рік тому

    How can he make this video without smirking

  • @redhotchillypepper4633
    @redhotchillypepper4633 10 місяців тому

    AMEN!

  • @Leroy100
    @Leroy100 Рік тому +1

    I only came here to see the procedure on getting the return address on it. And no where to be explained. Incomplete instructional video.

  • @bernardcohen3245
    @bernardcohen3245 2 місяці тому

    my wife even touch the box that hasn't even been opened yet But then again she also thinks sex is dirty

  • @Mskenergy
    @Mskenergy 6 місяців тому

    Nope the biggest problem is getting the sample💩on the sample tester in a good way for testing I’m on my second testing because of this not as easy as the instructions say

  • @hangwithdoug
    @hangwithdoug 7 місяців тому +1

    I really don't want to do this myself, too much room for error. Seriously, I'm not a medical professional, I don't know why they want us to do this.

    • @RainforestFarmer
      @RainforestFarmer 4 місяці тому

      It's not that hard to do, and it's easy to do in the comfort of your own home.

  • @chrisneilson7221
    @chrisneilson7221 2 місяці тому

    The collection bucket is not big enough.

  • @donjohnson3873
    @donjohnson3873 6 місяців тому

    Don’t miss.

  • @Gods_Real
    @Gods_Real 4 місяці тому

    The ups store at 841 Worcester st Natick never mailed my shi*. Now I gotta drop another 18 inch heat stick and send it.

  • @mooseydeucy
    @mooseydeucy 5 місяців тому

    Okee-dokee...will DO.