This session explores how somatic and germline genetic testing in oncology can enable more comprehensive insights into cancer biology and treatment. Traditionally, these two testing modalities have been performed independently, limiting the scope of data that can inform clinical decisions. We aim to demonstrate the clinical utility of integrating somatic and germline data to guide therapeutic decisions, particularly for cancers where germline and somatic variants influence treatment.
Primary care providers play a pivotal role in cancer prevention, yet integrating these conversations into busy clinical workflows can be challenging. This session offers a practical, time-efficient framework for discussing cancer screening during routine visits—even when patients present with acute concerns that need to be addressed first. Join us to explore strategies that support shared decision-making and empower patients with personalized prevention plans.
When Suzanne Garner was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 40, she wasn’t a medical expert, but she quickly became one of her own best advocates. On the latest episode of Labcorp Perspectives: Oncology, host Dr. Rebecca Previs talks with Suzanne, now Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Outcomes4Me, about her transformation from newly diagnosed patient to digital-health leader.
Each year, NGS testing becomes increasingly important for identifying subtypes and treatment options in hematologic malignancies.
In this Executive Q&A video, medical director of Labcorp's Brentwood, Tennessee Stephanie McAlhany, discusses the lab's hematology testing, and about the support they offer in choosing tests and interpreting results.
In this recent Molecular Tumor Board, our Medical Affairs team reviewed a case of gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) with a confirmed KIT mutation, highlighting how NGS-based Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP) informs treatment. The discussion explored the biology of the kinase family and how molecular testing can differentiate alterations that may be sensitive or resistant to specific kinase inhibitors. This case underscores the power of precision medicine in guiding targeted therapy and improving outcomes in GIST.
In this episode of Labcorp Perspectives Oncology, host Dr. Rebecca Previs sits down with colleague and pathologist Dr. Kyle Strickland to explore the complexities of ovarian cancer and the evolving science shaping its diagnosis and treatment.
The Labcorp Medical Affairs team recently presented a compelling Molecular Tumor Board case involving a patient with gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) harboring a PDGFRA D842V mutation. This case underscores the critical role of comprehensive genomic profiling in identifying actionable mutations that directly inform treatment selection and improve patient outcomes.