CtDNA

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Does any one know if post chemotherapy treatment ctdna blood test can be used a6 a test for reoccurrence? Are there any private companies that provide this? Is anyone currently using this as surveillance? 

  • Hi  

    Macmillan’s helpline might be able to give you more information. 0808 808 0000.

    From what I have read in the research they are making good progress with it but still evolving . The Marsden seem to have been trialing it recently .

    Some people have mentioned it in the past but not sure if it’s a trial or not . Bowel cancer U.K. may have more info too .

    Please do let us know if you find out .

    Court 

    Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

  • Thank you for your reply. I will continue to look into this, and if I find out anything I'll let you know. Saw your post about your mum and her journey, and the fantastic news.

  • Oh thank you ! 
    Ct dna seems such progress . It would be wonderful to think they could use this to decide more accurately who needs chemo or if a recurrence was in the making ! They could potentially start treatment before visible disease is evident.

    It is amazing in the last five years to see the pace of development.

    I do hope it’s almost there and ready to be put into everyday practice .

    We have a lot of private practices suddenly opened up in our area . I am tempted to email and see if they offer it .

    Take care ,

    Court 

    Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

  • Yes, this intrigues me too, and I would like to know more as I don't believe Cea is indicative in my case.