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      How Signatera™ Recurrence Monitoring Helps One Patient Sleep Better
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      How Signatera recurrence monitoring helps one patient sleep better

      Provided by Natera, Signatera is a test to help reveal if cancer may be left in the body, identify recurrence earlier, and potentially inform treatment decisions.

      Oct 24, 2022
      After a Stage IV Diagnosis During Pregnancy, Biomarkers Provide Next Steps
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      After a stage IV diagnosis during pregnancy, biomarkers provide next steps

      Biomarker testing led to changing Alyssa’s treatment plan, one with a more effective combination of therapies that started to shrink her tumor and allowed her to schedule an upcoming surgery.

      May 5, 2022
      Shannon Morock: Lynch Syndrome Diagnosis a Gift of Knowledge
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      Shannon Morock: Lynch syndrome diagnosis a gift of knowledge

      After several months of bloody stools and constipation, Ally to Ally moderator Shannon Morock knew something wasn’t quite right with her body. Testing revealed cancer — and an important genetic condition. 

      Sep 6, 2020
      Yarnell Johnson: Lynch Syndrome as a Stepping Stone
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      Yarnell Johnson: Lynch syndrome as a stepping stone

      Up to 5% of all colon cancers arise from inherited syndromes, including Lynch syndrome.

      Jun 14, 2020
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      FDA approves new treatment for metastatic CRC with BRAF mutation

      The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved encorafenib (marketed as BRAFTOVI) in combination with cetuximab (marketed as ERBITUX) as a second-line therapy for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic colorectal cancer with a BRAFV600E mutation.

      Apr 22, 2020
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      Lynch syndrome: Common questions and answers

      Lynch syndrome runs in families from one generation to the next and leads to the most common inherited form of colorectal cancer, also called hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC).

      Mar 27, 2020
      Riley Castro: Armed with knowledge about genetics
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      Riley Castro: Armed with knowledge about genetics

      At 24 years old, RIley Castro found herself aboard a helicopter, speeding above the Texas plains.

      Jun 15, 2018
      For you and your family: Genetic risk and colorectal cancer
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      For you and your family: Genetic risk and colorectal cancer

      In 25 percent of colorectal cancer cases, patients have a family history of the disease, signaling a possible genetic condition that causes mutations and increases the likelihood of colorectal cancer at a younger age.

      May 8, 2018
      Glowing blue DNA double helix made of light-like dots and lines, floating against a dark background, giving the feel of biotechnology.
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      Bringing biomarker testing within reach: CLEAR for CRC to empower patients from day one

      Biomarker testing can guide colorectal cancer treatment and improve outcomes. Learn how CLEAR for CRC is helping patients access this critical tool.

      Jan 27, 2026
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      John E.: Biomarker testing uncovered a pivotal treatment option

      After a grim prognosis, biomarker testing revealed a targeted treatment option for John E. Learn how knowing your biomarkers can change what’s possible.

      Jan 14, 2026
      Stephanie Sumner and her family
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      How biomarker testing is helping Stephanie navigate CRC

      Very early in her treatment, Stephanie underwent biomarker and genetic testing on her tumor, something she says has been central to her journey.

      Oct 6, 2025
      The main corridor at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting
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      2025 ASCO update: Six big studies

      The 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting featured several important studies that could change how colorectal cancer is treated, including a pivotal study for BRAF V600E patients.

      Jun 24, 2025
      Heather Dykes
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      Hope in the Details: How Heather’s Biomarker Opened New Treatment Paths

      After a stage IV colorectal cancer diagnosis, Heather’s biomarker test revealed a critical mutation — opening the door to clinical trials and new hope.

      May 21, 2025
      A photograph of Lexie in a chemotherapy chair.
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      Lexie Haglund: Beating stage IV CRC

      Discover how knowing her G12C biomarker guided Lexie’s stage IV colorectal cancer treatment — from a shock diagnosis to HIPEC surgery — and why screening, research, and self-advocacy matter.

      Feb 26, 2025
      Jeff Dincher: Biomarker Testing Prevents Lynch Syndrome in His Children
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      Jeff Dincher: Biomarker testing prevents Lynch syndrome in his children

      While many cancer patients get biomarker testing at diagnosis to explore treatment options, it can also help years after treatment and in unexpected ways.

      Jul 8, 2023
      Michelle Cappel: Biomarker testing extends life
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      Michelle Cappel: Biomarker testing extends life

      Michelle Cappel owes a lot to colorectal cancer biomarker testing — seven years of life and counting.

      Jan 8, 2024
      Not All States Mandate Biomarker Testing Coverage
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      Not all states mandate biomarker testing coverage

      While Congress has yet to bring Medicare coverage fully up to speed with advances in biomarker testing, many states are acting.

      Dec 17, 2023
      Janice Johnson: Get Informed & Advocate for Yourself
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      Janice Johnson: get informed and advocate for yourself

      When Janice Johnson started experiencing sudden GI symptoms at the age of 48, a cancer diagnosis was the last thing she expected. In fact, it was difficult for her to even get a colonoscopy in the first place, being that the recommended screening age was 50 at the time (2016).

      Nov 5, 2023
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      Krazati approved for previously treated KRASG12C colorectal cancer

      The treatment option is for patients with KRASG12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC) who have received prior treatment with fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-based chemotherapy.

      Jun 25, 2024
      Christy Williams, a mom and colorectal cancer survivor, plays a table-top game with her family.
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      Christy Williams: Biomarker testing leads to successful treatment

      Statistics suggested that Christy’s odds of survival were grim, so she leaned into her faith and kept a positive outlook. She tried to control what she could. And, critically, she received biomarker testing.

      Apr 21, 2024
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