How it works

Reveal what's hidden in your biology

Detect microscopic changes occurring within your body.
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Your cells have a story.

We’re listening.

The Cancerguard™ test screens for dozens of cancers with a simple blood draw and provides insight that’s easy to understand — and act on. Here’s how it works.
Normal cells regularly release a small amount of healthy DNA and protein into the bloodstream.1
If cancer is present in the body, the cancer releases unhealthy DNA or other markers into the bloodstream too.1
Cancerguard identifies these DNA and protein markers in the blood — which helps find cancer earlier, when it is more treatable.1

Getting your test

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Your doctor orders your test2

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Have your blood sample taken2

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Your results are ready in 2 weeks to review with your doctor and plan next steps2
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We’re here when you get your results.

Most tests will come back negative for cancer signals, but if your test result comes back positive, we’re here to help you.2

  • We’ll connect you with a Care Navigator to help guide you through your next steps.3
  • Depending on your situation, You may be eligible for up to $6,000 reimbursement for non-covered imaging costs to help reduce the financial impact.*3

* Patients must apply. Eligibility depends on program qualifications and is not guaranteed. The program will not reimburse any covered imaging costs, including copay, coinsurance and/or deductible amounts determined by insurance. For more information patients should contact to apply, call 1-844-870-8870.

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Built by the best

With over two decades of experience helping millions navigate life-changing cancer diagnoses, Exact Sciences is redefining cancer screening with Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) testing.2 We’re the proud makers of:
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Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score logo.
Oncodetect Molecular Residual Disease logo.
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Peace of mind is closer than you think

HSA/FSA eligible†
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Footnotes and references

  1. Check with HSA/FSA administrator to determine eligibility.

  1. Exact Sciences. Patient Positive Result Supplement. Published 2025. Accessed July 11 2025
  2. Cancerguard Clinician Brochure. Exact Sciences Corporation. Madison, WI.
  3. Exact Sciences. Cancerguard™ Care Navigation Guide. Published 2025. Accessed July 23, 2025.