First and foremost – We’re SO happy you are here! We are honored to be able to offer the Galleri test to the Firefighters of Springfield Fire. This is only possible because of the many generous donors of the Springfield Community who knew that investing in the health of our firefighters was crucial.
If you have already received your testing code, please follow the “get started” link below. If you have any questions during the process, feel free to reach out to us.
Frequently asked questions
| What is the Galleri test? | The Galleri test is a multi-cancer early detection test that screens for a signal shared by more than 50 types of cancer through a simple blood test. |
| How can I order the Galleri test? | The test is prescription only and is being made available to you as a benefit through Friends of Springfield Fire. Follow the instructions in your email, including your code to test. If you have any questions, please reach out to us! |
| Who is GRAIL? | GRAIL is the clinical laboratory and healthcare company that manufactures the Galleri test. |
| How does the Galleri test look for cancer? | The Galleri test identifies DNA in the bloodstream shed by cancer cells. |
| What types of cancer is the test screening for? | List of 50+ types of cancer linked here |
| Who all receives my results? | GRAIL is bound by HIPAA, which protects the privacy and security of patient health information. Friends of Springfield Fire will receive de-identified information about how many tests have been ordered (including how many are positive and negative) but will not receive any personal information related to the test results. |
| What are the steps for testing? | First, you will request your test kit using the code provided in your email. The kit will be sent to the address you provide (which takes about 1 week). Take the kit with you to a lab listed on this site The kit is then sent to GRAIL and you will receive results in 3-4 weeks. This is all at NO COST to you. * There is an option at the site listed above to schedule someone to come to your home for your lab draw. Please note this option is free of cost to you. * The only option in Springfield is the Quest at 3302 S National Suite B. You are able to walk in and request the lab draw, but scheduled appointments are given priority. The website listed above allows you to schedule your lab draw. |
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