Description
(Blood/Fresh Tissue)
Blood, NA, Fasting or Non Fasting: As suggested by doctor
Sample Required:
16–20 mL whole blood in EDTA (2–8°C) OR fresh tumour tissue in DCGL transport media (2–8°C)
Test Time:
Sample: 10–15 minutes. Report: 8–12 working days.
Test Normal Range:
No fixed normal range.
What is the Test?
A microscopy- and fluorometric-based assay testing tumour cell response to multiple chemotherapy drugs.
Test Procedure:
Cells from blood/tissue are cultured and exposed to various drugs; response measured via microscopy & fluorometric assays.
When to Take the Test:
Before starting chemotherapy or when considering alternatives after treatment failure.
Who Should Take This Test:
Patients needing personalised chemotherapy guidance.
Precautions for Exceptional Cases (Pregnancy, etc.):
Follow full blood pre-requisites; ensure fresh tissue is properly collected if used; avoid testing within 24 hrs of chemo or transfusion; disclose pregnancy.