Liquid Biopsy Detects DNA Markers in Advanced Breast Cancer Within Five Hours

Liquid Biopsy Detects DNA Markers in Advanced Breast Cancer Within Five Hours

A novel, automated liquid biopsy test in development by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center can accurately detect the presence of cancer DNA in the blood of patients with metastatic breast cancer within five hours. The test, currently a prototype for research use only, potentially could be used to quickly help oncologists determine if cancer treatments are working. Learn more here.

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