Simple blood test could replace tumor biopsies for cancer gene testing
NCT ID NCT02279004
First seen May 06, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at whether a blood test can detect key genetic changes in lung cancer and melanoma patients, potentially replacing the need for a tumor biopsy. Researchers will check how accurate the test is and how quickly it provides results. The goal is to make it easier to match patients with targeted therapies and to monitor how well treatment is working.
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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