Can a simple blood test predict cancer return? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT02838836
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study collects blood, urine, and bone marrow samples from 620 people with solid cancers like lung, colorectal, and pancreatic cancer. Researchers will look for tumor cells and DNA in these samples to understand how cancer spreads and why it sometimes comes back after surgery. The goal is to gather knowledge that could lead to more personalized treatments in the future.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better ways to detect cancer spread early and personalize treatments for solid cancers like lung or colorectal cancer.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly help participants. Results may not lead to immediate clinical changes.
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Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, University of Missouri
RECRUITINGColumbia, Missouri, 65212, United States
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