FIT (Faecal Immunochemical Test) is a test that looks for blood in a sample of your poo. It looks for tiny traces of blood that you might not be able to see and which could be a sign of cancer.
Your doctor might give you this test as part of the investigation for your symptoms. The FIT results help your doctor decide whether to refer you urgently for more tests.
If cancer is found early, treatments are more effective.
For more information you can visit the following links:
Bowel cancer screening - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Fecal immunochemical test (FIT): MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
Testing for blood in your poo using the FIT test | Bowel Cancer | Cancer Research UK