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Old 12-08-2003, 02:56 AM   #5
Elaine, UK
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Dear Sandy / Linda

Good for you for brain storming Sandy. This is how we get further with treatment ideas!

Yes, there is such a thing as testing the tumour for the right chemo. Michael Broffman at the Pine Street Clinic, LA told me about it. He can be contacted at: http://www.psmerg.org

Meanwhile
, the following place in LA tests out tumours for chemo response:

http://www.rationaltherapeutics.com/...s/about_rt.htm

However I believe Linda is right, you do need a sample of your tumour. I know in the UK they keep tumours for research. Perhaps this is so with your tumour? You could always ask your doc and if it has been preserved correctly, may be it would work??

Take care and good luck

Elaine
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