Personalised Cancer Plan

1️⃣ Why does liquid biopsy testing cost more than a normal blood test?

Because it is not a routine test.
It isolates circulating tumour cells (CTCs) or tumour DNA and performs advanced laboratory analysis to provide treatment guidance.

For some CTC test, it can even show the sensitivity for cancer drugs against specific cancer cell.

2️⃣ Why not just follow standard treatment first?

Standard care may involve trial-and-error.
Each ineffective treatment can cost thousands of dollars — plus side effects and lost time.
Liquid biopsy aims to provide additional insight before choosing the next step.

3️⃣ What is the “hidden cost” of trial-and-error treatment?

One chemotherapy cycle may cost $8,000–$50,000.
Multiple failed treatments can reach $50,000–$200,000+ in a year — not including physical and emotional toll.

4️⃣ What makes functional liquid biopsy different?

Genetic tests look at mutations.
Functional liquid biopsy evaluates how living tumour cells respond to different treatments — offering additional biological insight.

5️⃣ Does liquid biopsy guarantee a treatment will work?

No. It provides laboratory guidance to support decision-making.
Clinical outcomes still depend on many factors.

7️⃣ Who should consider liquid biopsy testing?

It may be considered when

• You are starting your cancer treatment

• Cancer is advanced or resistant

• Multiple treatment options exist

• Previous treatments have limited effect

• Patients want more biological insight before deciding

8️⃣ Does it replace my oncologist?

No.
It complements standard oncology care and should always be discussed with your treating doctor.

9️⃣ What is the next step?

Book a consultation to see if liquid biopsy testing may be suitable for your situation.