Genomic testing
Hello My oncologist has suggested genomic testing to see if chemo will be needed or not. The only one I've heard about is Oncotype DX and he's mentioned that one and also EndoPredict and Prosigna. ...
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Hi @KimF,
I hope surgery went well and you are healing now. I am not sure if you made the decision to do the genomic testing so I apologise for the late response.
I also am ER/PR+ HER2- and decided to go ahead with the Oncotype DX test based on it being able to predict chemo benefits and the 10year risk of recurrence specific to your genes. My oncologists didn’t expect my results as I was graded at a higher risk for recurrence hence I went ahead with chemo. It was a hard decision because coupled with the ridiculous fee for the test, I had to have chemo anyway. I am sure the test is well worth for anyone who can avoid chemo and it’s harsh side effects.
I hope surgery went well and you are healing now. I am not sure if you made the decision to do the genomic testing so I apologise for the late response.
I also am ER/PR+ HER2- and decided to go ahead with the Oncotype DX test based on it being able to predict chemo benefits and the 10year risk of recurrence specific to your genes. My oncologists didn’t expect my results as I was graded at a higher risk for recurrence hence I went ahead with chemo. It was a hard decision because coupled with the ridiculous fee for the test, I had to have chemo anyway. I am sure the test is well worth for anyone who can avoid chemo and it’s harsh side effects.
It is disappointing that the Oncotype test is not covered by Medicare and I do believe it has been proposed as it can certainly help patients make decisions about their treatment.
All the best to you and stay strong ❤️
Fiona xx
Fiona xx