What Are the Advances in Genomic Research and Cancer?
Recent advances in genomic research have revolutionized cancer treatment and diagnostics. Next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies allow comprehensive analysis of cancer genomes, identifying mutations, copy number changes, and other alterations. This has led to the development of:
- Targeted therapies: Drugs designed to specifically target the genetic mutations driving cancer growth. - Immunotherapies: Treatments that enhance the body's immune response to cancer cells, often influenced by the genetic makeup of the tumor. - Precision medicine: Individualized treatment plans based on the genetic profile of the patient's cancer.
