A new way to get ahead of cancer

The Cancerguard™ test is a simple blood test that helps detect signals associated with over 50 cancer types and subtypes often before symptoms appear.1,2

Be the first to know when the test is available.

The Cancerguard™ test is a simple blood test that helps detect signals associated with over 50 cancer types and subtypes often before symptoms appear.1,2

Be the first to know when the test is available.

Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada, and many cancers are detected too late for effective treatment3-5


The Cancerguard test can help:1*

Detect more cancers

Over 60% of annual cancer cases and deaths are from cancers that have no recommended screening programs in Canada1,4,6

Find the deadliest cancers

Like pancreatic, liver, lung, esophageal, ovarian and stomach1-3

Find cancer early

Could reduce stage IV cancer incidence by 45%7†
How it works

Searching for signals of cancer in your cells

  • Cancerguard detects signals associated with cancer within the body.
  • Helps provide insight often before symptoms appear.
  • Our multiple biomarker approach looks at protein and DNA to help detect cancer earlier - when it matters most.
Get actionable results

Negative or positive. That’s it.

Cancer can be intimidating - understanding your results doesn’t have to be. No jargon, just clear insight to help you move forward with confidence.

Roughly three weeks to get results

Results typically take about three weeks for our lab to process.

Easy to understand

Your report is specifically designed to help you and your doctor determine your next steps.8,9

Follow up care support

If your results are positive, we'll help you and your doctor through the next steps.
Continue routine cancer screenings recommended by your doctor.10

Committed to detecting cancer earlier

We launched the Cologuard® test in 2014 — and have been a pioneer in cancer screening innovation for over two decades.
We’ve partnered with respected institutions since 2016 and in most of our major studies of Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) technology.9
With over two decades of experience helping millions navigate life-changing cancer diagnoses, Exact Sciences is redefining cancer screening with Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) testing.

Peace of mind is closer than you think

HSA/FSA eligible