
After a normal screening colonoscopy in an average‑risk adult, what is the commonly recommended interval before the next colonoscopy?
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Get StartedAfter a normal screening colonoscopy in an average‑risk adult, what is the commonly recommended interval before the next colonoscopy?
Options:
- 3 years
- 5 years
- 7 years
- 10 years
Correct answer: 10 years
Explanation: A normal colonoscopy in an average‑risk adult typically warrants a 10‑year interval before repeat exam; USPSTF guidance (2021) recommends screening begin at age 45 for average risk.
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