COLORECTAL SCREENING AND FOLLOW-UP PLANNER
Yenra | Updated October 9, 2026
Guide: https://yenra.com/colon-cancer/
Purpose: plan a test with your clinician and record the next step. Symptoms
need evaluation even when routine screening is not due. This sheet does not
choose a test or change medicines. Keep completed notes private.

Reason for visit: routine screening / symptoms / prior finding / other:
Symptoms or family history to discuss:
Prior test and polyp reports available:
Risk group and recommended pathway, as explained by clinician:

Chosen test / ordering clinician:
Appointment or kit return date:
Where are the official preparation or collection instructions?
Medication questions for the service (do not alter medicines on your own):
Transport or other practical help needed:
Who do I contact if I cannot finish preparation or attend?

Expected result date / reporting contact:
Actual result and date:
If abnormal, what follow-up is needed and who arranges it?
Follow-up appointment date:
Pathology result still pending / reporting contact:
Next examination date recommended by clinician:
Discharge instructions and urgent-contact number provided by service:

An abnormal stool screening result needs the recommended colonoscopy;
another stool test is not a substitute for completing that follow-up.
Evidence starting points:
https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/colorectal-cancer-screening
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diagnostic-tests/colonoscopy