2018年7月24日 · At this time, a liquid biopsy can’t replace a tumor biopsy. But researchers are studying the benefits of, and best uses for, liquid biopsies. They show promise in guiding individualized approaches to cancer management. Eventually, liquid biopsies also may be able to help health care providers screen for some forms of cancer.

2022年7月19日 · When a metastatic tumor is in a place in the body that cannot be reached through surgery for a tissue biopsy, liquid biopsies are especially helpful. A liquid biopsy involves collecting fluid and analyzing it for tumor biomarkers that can help health care professionals determine the tumor's molecular structure and individualize treatment for ...

2011年2月4日 · Low White Blood Cell Count Not Always a Sign of Medical Problem. February 4, 2011. Dear Mayo Clinic: I was told after my recent physical that my white blood cell count was low.

2020年10月24日 · Liquid biopsy is not meant to replace current screenings. “Mammography, colonoscopy, PAP smears and the like are still needed,” said Dr. Liu. “The issue is that available screening approaches are limited to a handful of cancer types and are not 100% accurate.

2024年1月13日 · They are also looking for ways to detect and monitor tumors using liquid biopsies, which use DNA that breaks away from the tumor to circulate in bodily fluids like blood or bile. "Although we anticipate that liquid biopsy may enhance early detection of cholangiocarcinoma, larger scale studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness," she says.

2019年3月20日 · One of the challenges in treating pancreatic cancer has been catching a tumor at an early stage when it can be surgically removed. Recent studies have found that the disease sometimes begins in the pancreas in the form of a pre-malignant cyst, known as an Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm (IPMN). Just like skin moles, IPMNs […]

2024年1月12日 · A urinary tract infection (UTI) is common, but it can be serious. "Simple urinary tract infections can be managed by your primary care provider, but when they become complex leading to other issues or problems, you should seek the care of a specialist," says Dr. Mitchell Humphreys, a urologist at Mayo Clinic.

2022年7月19日 · OAKLAND, Calif. and ROCHESTER, Minn. — Today, Lisa Health, a digital health company creating advanced technology solutions for menopause and healthy aging, launched Midday: an app that leverages AI, sensor technology, and digital therapeutics to support women on their menopause journey. Midday is a personalized digital health solution that …

2015年11月4日 · CA 19-9 tumor marker test especially important for early-stage patients, Mayo finds. NAPA, Calif. — Only 1 in 5 U.S. pancreatic cancer patients receive a widely available, inexpensive blood test at diagnosis that can help predict whether they are likely to have a better or worse outcome than average and guide treatment accordingly, a Mayo Clinic study shows.

2015年11月4日 · Watch today's Mayo Clinic Minute The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease has more than doubled since former President Reagan first declared November as National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in 1983. Many of those with late-stage Alzheimer's disease are dependent on others for their daily needs. Reporter Vivien Williams …