Liquid Biopsies, What We Do Not Know (Yet)

Alberto Bardelli; Klaus Pantel

doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2017.01.002

Liquid Biopsies, What We Do Not Know (Yet)

Alberto Bardelli, Klaus Pantel

Istituto Oncologico Candiolo

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Abstract

The inherent molecular heterogeneity of metastatic tumors and the ability of cancer genomes to dynamically evolve are not properly captured by tissue specimens. Analysis of cell-free DNA and circulating tumor cells has the potential to change clinical practice by exploiting blood rather than tissue as a source of information. Liquid biopsies are already used to monitor disease response and track the emergence of drug resistance. The suitability of blood-based molecular profiles for early detection and monitoring minimal residual disease is being evaluated. In this review, we address open questions in this fast-evolving field of research.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	172-179
Number of pages	8
Journal	Cancer Cell
Volume	31
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ccell.2017.01.002
Publication status	Published - Feb 13 2017

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Oncology
Cell Biology
Cancer Research

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