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  • Understanding Colonoscopy and Its Importance
    • Recommended Age Guidelines
      • General Population
        • High-Risk Individuals
        • Screening Frequency
          • Average Risk
            • High-Risk Individuals
            • Warning Signs
              • Insurance Coverage
                • Preparing for Your Colonoscopy
                  • The Day Before
                    • The Day Of
                    • When to Stop Screening
                      • Additional Resources

                        When to Get a Colonoscopy: Recommended Age and Guidelines

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                        HealthMedicineAging and Retirement
                        A medical professional holding a colonoscope, with a calendar in the background highlighting the recommended age for a colonoscopy.
                        Published January 19, 2025
                        Last Updated May 30, 2025
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                        2.2 minute read

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