At Diagnosis
When tumor tissue is hard to reach or slow to process.
For Patients
A New Way to Understand Your Cancer, Without a Tissue Biopsy
Biopsies can be stressful. For many patients they are painful, risky or not possible because of where the tumor is or how you are feeling. CellSight™ is a blood test that gives your care team key information about your cancer without surgery.
What Is CellSight™?
CellSight™ is a next-generation liquid biopsy. It looks for circulating tumor cells in your blood, which carry key genetic information about your cancer, and reads their DNA.
With a simple blood draw, it helps your doctor:
- Identify important mutations that may guide treatment
- Understand how the cancer is changing
- Make decisions faster when waiting for tissue results isn't an option
The test does not replace your doctor's judgment. Your care team decides whether the test is right for you and what the results mean for your care.
When Is It Used?
If the Cancer Returns
To find resistance mutations and guide next steps.
When a Biopsy Isn't Safe
Because of tumor location or your overall health.
Why Choose CellSight™?
Noninvasive
Only a blood draw is needed.
Fast Results
Results in as little as 10 to 14 days.
Actionable Insights
Helps match you to targeted therapies.
No Repeat Procedures
Monitors your cancer over time without additional biopsies.
What to Expect
Your Doctor Orders the Test
CellSight™ DNA is ordered by a licensed healthcare provider as part of your care.
A Blood Draw
Two small tubes from a vein in your arm, about four teaspoons in total. No fasting or preparation is needed, and mobile phlebotomy can come to you.
Testing at Our Lab
We isolate the cancer cells and sequence their DNA. This usually takes 10 to 14 days once the sample arrives.
Results to Your Doctor
The report goes to your doctor, who will review it with you and explain what it means.
Common Questions
Is the test painful?
It is a standard blood draw from a vein in your arm, the same as routine lab work.
Can I order the test myself?
No. CellSight™ DNA must be ordered by a healthcare provider. If you think it may help, ask your oncologist.
Will my insurance cover it?
Coverage varies by plan. We take a patient-centered approach to billing and can help your doctor's office with questions. Contact us for details.
How is my information protected?
We handle your sample and results under federal and state privacy laws. See our Privacy and Compliance pages.
Talk to Your Doctor
Ask your oncologist whether CellSight™ is right for your care. The test is designed to help your treatment team make informed decisions without additional procedures.