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The primary cancer screening test "N-NOSE"

"N-NOSE" is a test that utilizes the keen sense of smell of nematodes, which are attracted to the scent of cancer. This new test, which harnesses the abilities of living organisms, is simple, painless, and has been proven to respond to early-stage cancer. By regularly undergoing this test before any cancer concerns arise, even if cancer is detected, early treatment is possible, reducing both the physical and financial burden.

"N-NOSE" is a test that utilizes the keen sense of smell of nematodes, which are attracted to the scent of cancer. This innovative test, harnessing the abilities of living organisms, is simple, painless, and has been proven to respond to early-stage cancer. By regularly undergoing this test before any cancer concerns arise, even if cancer is detected, early treatment is possible, reducing both the physical and financial burden.

This test can determine the risk of cancer throughout the body with high accuracy from just a single drop of urine.
- **Simplicity:** Like a health check-up, the test can be performed with a small amount of urine.
- **High Accuracy:** The sensitivity is 86.3%.
- **Early Detection:** Clinical studies have confirmed that it can detect early-stage cancers (Stage 0 and I).
- **No Pain:** There is no physical burden since the test requires only a single drop of urine.
- **Comprehensive:** A single test can assess the risk of cancer throughout the body.
- As of September 2019, 15 types of cancer are known to trigger a response from nematodes: stomach, colon, lung, breast, pancreas, liver, prostate, uterus, esophagus, gallbladder, bile duct, kidney, bladder, ovary, and oral/pharyngeal cancers.

Providing Medical Institution

HIROTSU Bioscience Inc.

〒102-0094
22nd Floor, New Otani Garden Court, 4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku
Specialty
Primary cancer screening test using nematodes
Precautions / Contraindications
**About the Interpretation of N-NOSE 🄬 Test Results**

N-NOSE 🄬 evaluates the risk of cancer at the time of testing based on past clinical studies, but it is not a diagnostic test for cancer. Therefore, a result indicating "no detected cancer risk" does not guarantee the absence of cancer, and a result indicating a "high cancer risk" does not necessarily mean the presence of cancer. It is advised not to make personal judgments based solely on the N-NOSE 🄬 test results. For interpreting the test results and determining any further necessary examinations, please consult with a physician, taking into account your overall health condition.