Animation - Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling for Lung Cancer
Slide Show - Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling for Lung Cancer
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What are NGS and CGP? How are they used in lung cancer?
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Why is biomarker testing important for lung cancer? What should I do if my doctor does not offer testing to me?
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How can the results of CGP using NGS help guide lung cancer treatment decisions?
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What are the benefits of using NGS with CGP during ongoing lung cancer treatment?
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How is CGP done? What’s involved and what should I expect?
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Where can I access NGS and CGP testing for my lung cancer?
Animation - Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling for Lung Cancer
This animation introduces the use of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) technology as a method to do a type of genetic testing for lung cancer called Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP). CGP helps your doctor identify certain mutations within the genes of your lung cancer tumor. If available, treatments that specifically target those mutations can be given to effectively destroy cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone, thereby, reducing side effects. If you are diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer, you may want to discuss comprehensive biomarker testing using NGS technology with your doctor. Watch to learn more about the benefits of CGP, how CGP with NGS can guide ongoing treatment, the limitations of CGP, and more.
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Section: NGS and CGP for Lung Cancer
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Animation - Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling for Lung Cancer
Slide Show - Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling for Lung Cancer
1.
What are NGS and CGP? How are they used in lung cancer?
2.
Why is biomarker testing important for lung cancer? What should I do if my doctor does not offer testing to me?
3.
How can the results of CGP using NGS help guide lung cancer treatment decisions?
4.
What are the benefits of using NGS with CGP during ongoing lung cancer treatment?
5.
How is CGP done? What’s involved and what should I expect?
6.
Where can I access NGS and CGP testing for my lung cancer?
