Blood test accuracy for breast cancer may depend on how samples are handled

NCT ID NCT05945290

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looked at how the way blood samples are collected and processed affects the ability to detect tumor DNA in people with early-stage breast cancer. Researchers tested different blood collection tubes, storage conditions, and processing methods to see which best preserved cancer DNA. The goal was to improve the reliability of liquid biopsy tests for monitoring cancer. The study involved 114 participants with stage I-III breast cancer.

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Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Arizona

    Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States

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