The Colon Diagnostic Assessment Program (DAP) is designed to streamline the process for colon cancer screening so that patients can receive further testing more efficiently. Patients are referred to the Colon DAP by their health care provider if they are 50 to 74 years of age, and have had a positive fecal immunochemical test (FIT) kit or a first-degree family history of colon cancer (parent, sibling or child who was diagnosed with colon cancer).
FAQs
Who eligible for the Colon DAP?
Patients can be referred to the Colon DAP by their health care provider if:
- They have a positive colon screening kit (FIT)
- Are between the ages of 50 and 74 years of age
- Have a first-degree family history of colon cancer (parent, sibling or child who was diagnosed with colon cancer)
Where is the Colon DAP located?
The Colon DAP team is a virtual program. All aspects of care are organized over the telephone with the patient. Screening colonoscopies and follow-up from positive FITs are scheduled in the Endoscopy/Surgical Day Care Department on Level 3 of our Hospital.
What is a Colonoscopy?
A physician will use a tool called a colonoscope, which is a long flexible tube with a small camera and light to examine the colon wall. A colonoscopy is a procedure that looks for polyps (precancerous growths) or abnormalities in the colon (large intestine).
If I am referred to the Colon DAP, does that mean I have cancer?
It is important to note that a referral to the Colon DAP does not necessarily mean that an individual has cancer.
For Health Care Providers
Referral forms can be found here.
