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Anyone else blindsided by oncotype testing?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Oct 17, 2023 | Replies (28)

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@auntieoakley

Yes, I just did a quick search and oncotype is used on DCIS. You might have to ask for it.
I am sorry that some folks get blindsided by these tests, and they certainly should have been better prepared, but the ultimate decisions on treatment are still a cost vs. benefit decision between each of us and our doctors.
A test does not make all the decisions for you, but a great doctor who saved my life once said to me “the only good decision is an informed decision”. I wish this test were available when I was first diagnosed. Then at least I could have understood more about MY cancer. I feel more in control of the decision making process when I have more information.
Are you considering having this test?

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Thank you for the information!
I am not sure if it is necessary for my DCIS (my pathology said it was “extensive, intermediate grade, 3cm DCIS”)
I’m not sure how it is decided if an Oncotype test is needed?…..but I will definitely ask my Oncologist about it.