Description
Circulating Tumor Cells Enumeration
Blood, NA, Fasting or Non Fasting: As suggested by doctor
Sample Required:
8–10 mL whole blood in EDTA tube (2–8°C)
Test Time:
Sample collection: 10 minutes. Report typically available in 8–12 working days.
Test Normal Range:
No normal range; result provides number of circulating tumor cells
What is the Test?
This test measures the number of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in the bloodstream, which helps assess tumor burden and treatment response.
Test Procedure:
A simple EDTA blood sample is collected and processed using immunocytochemistry to identify and count CTCs.
When to Take the Test:
Useful during cancer monitoring, treatment follow-up, or prognosis evaluation.
Who Should Take This Test:
Patients with solid tumors needing CTC evaluation as part of disease monitoring.
Precautions for Exceptional Cases (Pregnancy, etc.):
Best to avoid sample collection within 24 hours of blood transfusion; inform doctor if pregnant or receiving active treatment.
