Oncotype DX Test for Breast Cancer: How it Differs from Tumor DNA Sequencing and Why it's Used 👀

The Oncotype DX test is a commonly used assay in cancer agencies for breast cancer patients with a certain type of breast cancer and stage. Many patients believe that if they’ve had this test they’ve had tumour DNA sequencing and know all of their treatment options. However, this is not so – not by a long shot.

Precision Oncology specialist, Alex Rolland, discusses the Oncotype DX test: how it works, what it actually tells your doctor, what treatment options it helps match you to, and how it differs from tumor DNA sequencing. He also explains the results of the TAILORx trial and why so many patients are confused about this test in general.

He is joined by Precision Oncology Advocate and CTOAM cofounder, Michelle Morand. They also share next steps that breast cancer patients can take to identify the most effective treatment for them.

00:00 Introduction
00:16 Alex’s Presentation: Oncotype DX: What Does it Actually Tell Patients About Their Cancer and How it Differs from Tumor DNA Sequencing
01:42 What the Oncotype DX test is and how it works
04:19 Pre-Menopause scoring
07:16 Post-Menopause scoring
08:04 Flowchart showing the different results
08:36 Exploring the TAILORx Trial
09:31 Who is able to avoid chemo, and who is likely to benefit from it
11:27 Disadvantages of the Oncotype DX test
14:44 Why the Oncotype DX test is NOT a replacement for tumor DNA sequencing
17:27 How patients can get the information and support they need now

Learn more about tumor DNA sequencing and tumor RNA expression testing, both of which help you to identify the exact type of targeted treatment that will work for you…

➡️ Tumor DNA testing:
   • Why Tumor DNA Sequencing (Tissue-Base...  

➡️ Tumor RNA expression testing:
   • Get the Best Cancer Treatment (for YO...  

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Please understand that these videos are meant for educational purposes only. These videos are not intended to diagnose or be used as treatment advice. Viewers are encouraged to speak with their doctor or healthcare professionals for medical advice and before making any changes to their healthcare based on this information. All statements made in this video regarding medical treatments and health conditions are sourced and have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watching this video is not a substitute for professional medical advice or a diagnosis.