Question 1

Purpose of the Test

Accepted Answer

Identify mutations in the EGFR gene. Guide physicians in selecting targeted therapy (TKIs). Avoid unnecessary chemotherapy treatments.

Question 2

Target Groups

Accepted Answer

Patients diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Patients planning to start targeted therapy. Cases monitoring disease progression or drug resistance.

Question 3

Required Preparations

Accepted Answer

Fasting is not required before the test. Test can be done via blood (Liquid Biopsy) or tissue sample. Inform the lab about any current oncological treatments.

Precision Lung Cancer Genetic Testing - EGFR Mutation Analysis for Lung Cancer