The Life-Saving Importance of Early Cancer Detection

## Why Is Early Detection So Important? When detected early, cancer is often a fully treatable disease. Research worldwide shows that patients diagnosed with stage I cancer have a 5-year survival rate 4–8 times higher than those diagnosed at stage IV. The multidisciplinary approach at Biruni Hospital's Oncology Center brings together radiologists, pathologists, and oncologists to make decisions simultaneously — significantly shortening the time to diagnosis. ## Routine Screening Tests - **Mammography:** Annually from age 40 - **Colonoscopy:** Every 10 years from age 45 - **PSA test:** Annually for men from age 50 - **Pap smear:** Every 3 years from age 21 - **Low-dose CT:** Annually for long-term smokers ## The Diagnostic Process at Biruni Oncology Center Our hospital's advanced imaging technologies — including PET-CT, 3 Tesla MRI, and digital mammography — deliver results within 24 hours. Biopsy results are typically reported within 48 hours. The "Rapid Diagnosis Program" offered exclusively to international patients provides a comprehensive diagnostic workup in just 3 days. ## Conclusion Early screening saves lives. If you have a family history of cancer or known risk factors, don't hesitate to consult one of our specialist oncologists.