It’s a simple, non-invasive blood test that screens for over 70 types of cancer. It can detect cancer early, even in hard-to-screen areas, and identify the likely organ of origin for precise follow-up.

This test is ideal for adults at higher risk of cancer due to age, family history, or lifestyle factors. It’s also valuable for those seeking peace of mind.

• Aged 40 years of age or older
• Aged 35 to 39 years of age only if one of the following apply:
  • a family history of cancer
  • known to have an inherited cancer gene mutation e.g. BRCA1
  • obesity with a BMI over 30
  • type 2 diabetes
  • history of infectious disease linked to cancer e.g. hepatitis B or C
  • history of exposure to cancer causing chemical e.g. through work

The test has been validated in clinical trials, showing high sensitivity and specificity for cancer detection, especially for aggressive cancers.

• Trucheck™ Intelli is a blood test that can detect more than 70 types of early-stage cancer in people without any symptoms.
  • The sensitivity is 88.2% – meaning that for every 100 patients tested who have cancer, it will correctly identify 88 of those patients, resulting in a 12% false negative rate.
  • The specificity is 96% – meaning that for every 100 people tested, that do not have cancer, Trucheck ™ Intelli will correctly identify 96 of these individuals, resulting in a 4% false positive rate.
  • False positives occur in all screening tests, the 4% level in Trucheck tests compares very favourably with other cancer screening such as PSA testing (75%), FIT testing (25%) and mammograms (7-12% at first mammogram) which all have much higher false positive rates.

If a cancer signal is detected, your results will include the likely organ of origin. This will help to decide on what tests to do next, remember that a positive result means a high risk of cancer but it is not confirmed. Your doctor will guide you on the next steps, which may include further tests or specialist referrals.

Results are typically available within two weeks. Your doctor will contact you as soon as they are ready.

No, this test is a complement to routine screenings like mammograms or colonoscopies, not a replacement. It helps detect cancers that lack routine screening methods.

The Trucheck™ Intelli can detect over 70 types of cancer. Including the most common cancers; breast, bowel, prostate, ovarian, and lung cancers (see full list below).

Trucheck™ cannot detect blood or lymphatic system cancers because CTCs are associated with solid organ malignancies.

• Adenocarcinoma ( Salivary Duct, Thyroid, Breast, lung, Oesophagus, Stomach, Duodenum,
  Jejunum, Ileum, Colon, Rectum, Pancreas, Gallbladder, Bile Duct, Liver, Ovary, Prostate, Uterus);
• Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC; Buccal Mucosa, Hard Palate, Larynx, Lip, Oral Cavity, Paranasal Sinus, Pharynx, Pyriform Fossa, Retromolar Trigone, Soft palate, Tongue, Tonsil, Oesophagus, Lung, Penis, Cervix, Vulva, Vagina, Anorectal, Skin);
• Adenosquamous Carcinoma (Oesophagus, Lung);
• Neuroendocrine (Lung, Esophagus, Duodenum, Jejunum, lleum, Thymus, Adrenal, Pancreas, Prostate, Colon, Rectum);
• Renal Cell Carcinoma (Kidney);
• Transitional Cell Carcinoma (Bladder, Renal Pelvis, Ureter);
• Gastrointestinal Stromal tumors (Stomach, Duodenum, lleum, Jejunum, Colon, Rectum);
• Melanomas (Cutaneous, Mucosal);
• Mesothelioma (Plural, Peritoneal);
• Sarcomas (Carcinosarcoma, Chondrosarcoma, Leiomyosarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Liposarcoma);
• Small Cell Lung Cancer (Lung);
• Glioma.

No. The test is designed for people without symptoms. If you have symptoms, you should seek urgent medical advice.

In the future, the tests may be used to help guide which patients with symptoms need further checks such as a biopsy but this is still at a research stage.

In studies, the test is positive in both early and late-stage cancers. This is good because many current tests only detect cancers when they are at an advanced or late stage. Early diagnosis is likely to make treatment more successful.

No. It is only suitable for people who have not had cancer.

There are other similar tests available to monitor patients after cancer treatment. We would recommend you speak with your treating doctor or surgeon to see if there is a test suitable for you.

It can be a useful addition to your yearly health screening or medical check-up. You should discuss this with your Doctor how often or when is the right time for you to test.

If you have more questions about the test itself then the laboratory has lots of detailed scientific information available here.