Brief Article
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World J Gastroenterol. Aug 14, 2011; 17(30): 3518-3525
Published online Aug 14, 2011. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v17.i30.3518
Table 1 The national cancer screening program in Korea
CancerTarget populationFrequencyTest or procedureCo-payment1 (US $)
Stomach40 and over (adults)Every 2 yrEndoscopy or Upper Gastrointestinal Series7
Colorectal50 and over (adults)Every 1 yr2Fecal Occult Blood Test30.5
Breast40 and over (women)Every 2 yrMammography and Clinical breast exam3.5
Cervix30 and over (women)Every 2 yrPap smear0