Blood Test for Colon Cancer Improves Chemotherapy Decisions, Study Finds
The study demonstrated that patients who test positive for ctDNA "actually benefit from chemotherapy."
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Primerdesign and Origin Sciences Partner to Optimize DNA Extraction from Rectal Mucus for Colorectal Cancer Detection
The collaboration has produced a custom nucleic acid extraction workflow designed to unlock molecular insights from a novel biospecimen and improve diagnostic utility in gut health conditions.
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SAGA Diagnostics Launches Pathlight MRD Test for Colorectal Cancer Patients
CITCCA data demonstrate more than 40% of high-risk stage I–III colorectal patients harbor molecular residual disease at clinical landmark, detectable only with ultrasensitive ctDNA testing.
Gut Zoomer Gets Upgrade, Adds Microbial and Metabolic Insights
Vibrant Wellness has enhanced its Gut Zoomer microbiome panel with expanded microbial and metabolite testing.
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Colorectal Cancer Screening: Are Smartphones the Answer?
A study found that colorectal cancer screening could be boosted by using a rapid, accurate app-read smartphone FIT.
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ColoHealth Blood Test Offers a Simpler First Step in Colorectal Cancer Screening
New Day Diagnostics has launched ColoHealth, a physician-mediated blood test for colorectal cancer screening.
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Do Disasters Delay Early Cancer Diagnoses?
Natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted colorectal cancer diagnoses in Puerto Rico, leading to a rise in delayed diagnoses.
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Sysmex to Distribute CRC Screening Solutions in Canada
Sysmex America will distribute Sentinel Diagnostics SENTiFIT 270 and 800 analyzers in Canada for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening.
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Mainz Biomed and Quest Diagnostics Partner to Advance Colorectal Cancer Test
Mainz Biomed is collaborating with Quest Diagnostics to support the commercialization and FDA validation of a stool-based DNA test.
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Genomic Testing Advances Lynch Syndrome Diagnosis and Cancer Treatment
A new study highlights the critical role of genomic testing in diagnosing Lynch syndrome and guiding treatment for inherited cancers.
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Rates Improve with Home Testing Kits
Colorectal cancer screening, while highly effective, is underutilized among patients at federally qualified health centers (FQHCs).
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Proscia and Owkin Partner on MSI Screening for Colorectal Cancer Using AI
Proscia and Owkin announced a partnership to integrate AI-driven MSI screening technology, expanding access to colorectal cancer diagnostics.
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Stool DNA Test Shows High Accuracy in Detecting Colorectal Cancer
Multitarget stool DNA testing is a highly sensitive, non-invasive method for colorectal cancer screening, offering a colonoscopy alternative.
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Colorectal Cancer Blood Tests Still Not as Effective as Colonoscopies
New blood tests for colorectal cancer screening are less invasive than colonoscopies but less effective at detecting early cancers.
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FDA Approves Exact Sciences’ Non-Invasive Test for Colorectal Cancer Screening
The FDA approved Exact Sciences’ Cologuard Plus test, a stool DNA test that enhances colorectal cancer and precancerous lesion detection.
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Getting a Non-Invasive Boost
Stool-based tests are promising alternatives to colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening, addressing global accessibility challenges.
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Breakthroughs in Diagnosing Colorectal Cancer with Rare Genetic Variants
A new study emphasizes the potential of advanced sequencing techniques in improving outcomes for CRC patients with rare genetic variants.
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Nationwide Survey Shows Gap in Awareness of Colon Cancer RiskÂ
New research highlights a lack of awareness regarding family history of colorectal cancer, putting many at risk of undiagnosed colon cancer.
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