Quantitative Fecal Immunochemical Test for Detection of Colorectal Cancer and Precancerous Lesions in Sohag

Colorectal cancer is a major cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality worldwide, and early detection significantly improves patient outcomes. The fecal immunochemical test (FIT) is a non-invasive stool-based test used for detection of colorectal cancer; however, its diagnostic performance varies according to lesion type and anatomical location.

This prospective observational cohort study aims to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of quantitative fecal immunochemical testing (qFIT) in detecting colorectal cancer and precancerous lesions, including advanced adenomas and sessile serrated lesions, in adults undergoing colonoscopy in Sohag Government. The study will assess the sensitivity, specificity, and optimal cutoff values of qFIT according to lesion type, location, and histopathological characteristics.