MicroSigX M3CRC

A novel tool for monitoring gut microbial health and a tool that has won the Silver Medals at the 2022 Special Edition of the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions.
A persistently high score indicates a hostile microbial environment that is favorable for the development of CRC.
Flexible stool collection at home.
The Features of MicroSigX M3CRC: Non-invasive; 94% sensitivity for CRC is as robust as colonoscopy; Sensitivity for adenoma is superior to currently available non-invasive tests; Up to 90% sensitivity for adenoma recurrence if users have removed adenoma within 10 years; Dietary recommendations included.

How MicroSigX M3CRC predicts risk of having colorectal cancer, adenoma and adenoma recurrence: MicroSigX M3CRC measures the levels of m3 (discovered by the Chinese University of Hong Kong) and the other 3 microbial markers plus hemoglobin in the stool. Using propriety algorithm, 3 risk indices are generated corresponding to colorectal adenoma, colorectal cancer and adenoma recurrence. Higher risk indices reflect higher risks of having colorectal adenoma, colorectal cancer and adenoma recurrence.
The advantages of MicroSigX M3CRC: The sensitivity of CRC is 94% comparable to colonoscopy and the specificity is 85%; sensitivity superior to currently available non-invasive test in detecting adenomas (especially small polyps). (See table and figure.)

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Non-invasive colorectal cancer risk prediction test that detects non-advanced adenoma and adenoma recurrence.
3 Uses of MicroSigX M3CRC: To monitor gut microbial health for users of any age; To predict risk of having colorectal adenoma and colorectal cancer; To predict risk of adenoma recurrence for users who have adenoma removed within 10 years.

Guide to collect the stool sample: Step 1: Get all apparatuses: brown cap tube, green cap tube, gloves, stool collection sheet, sample bag, outer packing bag.
Fill in the sample collection date and time.
Step 2: Put on the gloves.
Step 3: Stick the stool collection sheet onto the toilet seat.
Avoid the stool sample contacting with liquids like urine, toilet water, etc.
Step 4: Open the brown cap tube.
Add one spoon of the stool to the tube.
Twist the cap at least 4 times and replace the cap tightly.
Step 5: Open the green cap tube.
Scrap the stool surface from side to side for 5 times with the sampling probe.
Insert the probe back to the tube and make sure it clicks close.
Step 6: Shake the tubes until the samples are thoroughly mixed with the solutions.
Put the tubes into the sample bag and seal.
Step 7: Ensure the requisition form is placed into the outer pouch of the sample bag.
Verify each item according to the checklist and return the whole sample bag to the designated location within 24 hours.
The report will be ready 2-3 weeks after samples arrive at the laboratory. Consult the doctor for a detailed interpretation of the report.

Before stool sample collection, aim to: avoid antibiotics within 4 weeks; avoid probiotics within 4 weeks; maintain regular diet within 2 weeks.
Do not collect the stool sample when it is watery due to diarrhoea and when there is bleeding from haemorrhoids and menstruation.
Follow the guide to collect the sample carefully. Return the sample within 24 hours.
MicroSigX M3CRC ("Test") is not a diagnostic test. The test result should be interpreted with caution. The screening interval for the Test has not been established.
This information is only for reference and not intended to serve as a substitute for professional medical help or advice. If there are any questions regarding the information, always seek advice from the doctor.

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