What is the Importance of Gene Signatures in Predicting Treatment Response?
Predictive gene signatures are crucial for determining how a patient might respond to specific treatments. This enables personalized therapy, where treatment plans are tailored to the genetic profile of the tumor. The KRAS gene mutation signature, for example, helps predict the efficacy of anti-EGFR therapies in colon cancer patients, ensuring that only those likely to benefit are subjected to such treatments.
