4 Important Things to Know About Lung Cancer Screening Tests in Singapore

One reason why lung cancer is so deadly is that it is hard to find in its early stages. It may take years for lung cancer to grow and there usually are no symptoms early on. By the time you start to notice symptoms, cancer often has spread to other parts of the body. Until recently, there was no reliable way to screen for this deadly disease. But that is until recently.

ICS can help you with a lung cancer screening in Singapore, and since this screening is still fairly new, many people have questions about it. In this article, we would talk about the things you need to know about the test.

1. Lung cancer is not always fatal

It might surprise you that lung cancer is one of the easiest cancers to treat—if it’s detected early. Lung cancer is usually not detected early enough. The chest radiograph, or chest X-ray, often cannot detect lung cancer when it is small. Now, LDCT scans help us find cancer in its earlier stages when we can treat it most effectively.

2. Screening is critical for former smokers

LDCT lung cancer screening test in Singapore is recommended for smokers and those who have quit if you fall in a “high risk” group. Yearly LDCT lung cancer screening may be right for you if you have been a heavy smoker. So, what qualifies as “a heavy smoker”? It means you have a 30 or greater “pack-year” history of smoking.

3. LDCT screening is safe and easy

With most medical procedures, there are some risks. But when it comes to LDCT, the benefits far outweigh the risks. LDCT does expose you to some radiation, but it’s about the same amount as you would get from a mammogram. It’s a low dose, and it’s very safe.

4. You’re not off the hook if you're a non-smoker

Even if you’re not at high risk for lung cancer, it’s important to see your doctor for tests, screenings, and guidance. There are other risk factors besides smoking. LDCT screening, to date, has not been recommended for people with other risk factors besides the ones listed above. 

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