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Effects of different centrifugation protocols on the detection of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutations in plasma cell-free DNA
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The study explored the impact of different centrifugation protocols on detecting EGFR mutations in plasma cell-free DNA (cfDNA) from patients with non-small cell lung cancer. By analyzing 117 plasma samples, researchers found that two-step centrifugation led to increased sensitivity compared to one-step centrifugation. The study showed an 89.7% concordance between the two groups, with a strong correlation in semiquantitative index values. Among inconsistent results, samples from the two-step centrifugation group were more likely to align with recent tissue biopsy results.<br /><br />EGFR mutations play a crucial role in treatment decisions for patients with non-small cell lung cancer, affecting responses to tyrosine kinase inhibitors. The study highlights the importance of optimizing preanalytical factors for accurate EGFR mutation detection in cfDNA. The cobas EGFR Mutation Test v2 was used to identify mutations, such as exon 19 deletions and L858R, associated with patients' responses. This information is vital for precision medicine, guiding targeted therapies tailored to individual patients.<br /><br />The study's findings support the use of high-speed centrifugation as a preanalytical factor to enhance EGFR mutation detection sensitivity in cfDNA. Detecting mutations, even at low levels, is critical for guiding treatment decisions in lung cancer patients. Optimizing testing processes, such as centrifugation protocols, improves the accuracy of identifying genetic variations essential for personalized cancer treatment.
Keywords
centrifugation protocols
EGFR mutations
plasma cell-free DNA
non-small cell lung cancer
cobas EGFR Mutation Test v2
tyrosine kinase inhibitors
precision medicine
tissue biopsy results
genetic variations
personalized cancer treatment
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