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In practice, do you discuss the role of Oncotype Dx before ordering the test?

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Medical Oncology · University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center

We do discuss the role and implication of Oncotype Dx or any other genomic assay with patients, before ordering it. I make patient aware, how the results will guide us help decide between chemotherapy Vs. No chemotherapy.

As a group, we have created an agreed upon criteria for ordering Oncotype Dx, ...

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Medical Oncology · Winship Cancer Institute and Emory University School of Medicine

Yes, I always discuss checking Oncotype Dx first with the patient prior to sending the test. I think it is important to discuss the clinical relevance of the test upfront, as well as the potential implications that may occur as a result of the findings. If a patient is not willing to be administered...

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