THERE ARE 2 WAYS TO ACQUIRE SAMPLES FOR BIOMARKER TESTING Testing can be done with a biopsy ( a tissue sample from a tumor ) or a blood test ( also called liquid biopsy or plasma test ).
WHY TEST RESULTS MAY BE WORTH THE WAIT The results of a comprehensive biomarker test can take about 2 to 4 weeks . Uncovering your cancer ’ s biomarkers can help your doctor choose the most appropriate treatment option for you . Moving forward , these details can help your doctor decide if you should consider new and emerging treatments .
WHAT YOUR TEST RESULTS MAY TELL YOU Once you have had a comprehensive biomarker test , your doctor can see if any biomarkers are associated with your lung cancer . This allows your doctor to tailor treatment decisions to your unique type of cancer so you can have confidence moving forward with your treatment plan .
Knowledge Is Power
Whether your test reveals multiple biomarkers , or none at all , having this information before starting treatment may help you and your doctor focus on a treatment path that makes sense for you .
Here are some ways you can get the conversation started with your doctor .
✓ Have we uncovered everything we can about my lung cancer ?
✓ Does my lung cancer have any biomarkers ? If yes , am I eligible for any of the targeted therapies for lung cancer ?
✓ Organizations like the National Comprehensive Cancer Network ® say we should talk to our doctor about comprehensive biomarker testing . What does this mean and are you doing this testing on my lung cancer ?
✓ Is it appropriate to do a comprehensive biomarker test while waiting for other test results ?
Non – small cell lung cancer comes with a lot of big questions .
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