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Can a positive cologuard test be from a bleeding hemorrhoid? 61 year old man, non smoker, platelet count was a little low, takes nsaids dueto factor v
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Yes: Cologuard tests for globin part of hemoglobin and any bleeding in the colon on down could give a positive result. However, you should see your doctor to ascertain that there is not an other source of bleeding.
Answered 6/15/2019
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