Blood tests could predict survival odds for patients with metastatic cancer
By measuring the proportion of DNA in the bloodstream that comes from a tumor, liquid biopsies may be able to guide treatment discussions
06-Dec-2022 -
As cancers grow and potentially spread to new parts of the body, they often shed cells and DNA into the blood stream. DNA can be analyzed for both the amount of DNA present and whether any potential mutations exist that may aid providers in deciding on treatments.
These tests, known as liquid ...
blood tests
cancer
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