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Systematic study review supports use of Epi proColon(R) in blood-based cancer detection - Seite 2

Epi proColon and Epi proColon 2.0 CE are in-vitro PCR (polymerase chain reaction) assays for the qualitative detection of Septin 9 gene methylation in DNA isolated from the patient's plasma. Cytosine residues of the Septin 9 gene are methylated in colorectal cancer tissue, but not in normal colon mucosa. This tumor-specific methylation pattern can be used to detect cell-free DNA shed into the blood stream by tumor cells. Detection of colorectal cancer-derived DNA in blood plasma using the Septin 9 methylation biomarker was demonstrated in multiple clinical studies, to be a reliable indicator of the presence of colorectal cancer.

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About Epigenomics

Epigenomics is a molecular diagnostics company focused on blood-based detection of cancers using its proprietary DNA methylation biomarker technology. The company develops and commercializes diagnostic products across multiple cancer indications with high medical need. Epigenomics' leading products, Epi proColon and Epi proColon 2.0 CE, are blood-based screening tests for the detection of colorectal cancer. Epi proColon has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is currently marketed in the United States, Europe, and China and selected other countries. Epigenomics' second product, Epi proLung(R), is in development as a blood-based test for lung cancer detection.

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