Oncogenomics is the study of genetic changes within cancer cells. By analyzing the genetic profile of a tumor, oncogenomics helps healthcare providers understand what is driving cancer growth and identify the most effective treatment options for each patient.
This approach supports precision medicine, where treatment decisions are tailored to the unique genetic characteristics of an individual's cancer.
How Oncogenomics Helps
Personalized Treatment Selection
Oncogenomic testing helps match patients with targeted therapies and immunotherapies that are more likely to be effective based on their tumor's genetic profile.
Identification of Cancer-Driving Mutations
The test identifies key genetic alterations such as:
Gene amplifications
Gene deletions
Gene fusions
Other cancer-associated mutations
Understanding these changes helps guide treatment at the molecular level.
Liquid Biopsy & Advanced Diagnostics
Using circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), oncogenomics enables minimally invasive blood-based testing that can help:
Detect cancer-related genetic changes
Monitor treatment effectiveness
Track disease progression
Identify treatment resistance
Prognostic Insights
Genomic analysis provides valuable information about:
Disease progression
Treatment response
Risk of recurrence
Overall clinical outlook
Blood sample, or
Saliva sample
The test analyzes multiple cancer-related genes to provide a detailed genetic risk assessment.