Oncotype DX test

Hi Everyone

This is Kathy from BCNA's Policy Team. I thought I would let you know that we now have some information up on our website about a relatively new test in Australia called Oncotype DX.

If you are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, your surgeon or medical oncologist may talk to you about it. It is a test that can help predict whether or not you may benefit from chemotherapy. It isn't appropriate for all women, however, as it's only effective for certain types of breast cancer.

Unfortunately it's quite expensive - $4,100 - and there is currently no Medicare rebate available for it.

There is more information about Oncotype DX on our Breast cancer pathology page.

Kathy