DX Oncotype testing

Joanne_53

I had my appointment today with the Medical Oncologist to discuss the pathology report, etc. Everything is very positive and based on the results and numbers, etc. he is not recommending chemo. I will however have 16 rounds of radiation and ?? years on Tamoxifen.  I knew that going into the surgery.  I am relieved about the chemo however .... he is sending a sample of the pathology sample to the states for the DX Oncotype test.  This is a more precise test that looks at 21 different genes.  I am a bit nervous of what might come of that test and want to remain optimistic. 

Has anyone else had this test done and what was the outcome?

catbill

I had it done here in the States, and the results are below in my signature.  My Onc says the test is a hugh help in determining if chemo is necessary.  But remember, results assume 5 years of Tamoxifen or an aromatase inhibitor.

ALittleBitBritish

Had the test with one positive node, and my score was 9, no chemo. My RO said no rads for me as I had the BLMX.

Joanne_53

Thanks Catbill for reminding me it assumes 5 years of Tamoxifen.  My results were very good and I felt very good going into the app't so I can keep smiling (I think) 

mdg

There is an entire thread on Oncotype DX scores.  I had it done.  Score was 17.  I had to do chemo though because of other things found in my pathology.

Joanne_53

Can someone help me find the Oncotype DX thread.  There is so much information here that I am finding myself getting "lost".  Thanks so much -- this is a great source of information.

Joanne_53

I am looking for more information on DX Oncotype testing -- there is apparently another threat on here but I cannot find it -- please direct me.

Thanks.

hawk

Here you go!

http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/69/topic/730468?page=1#post_1282439

Joanne_53

thanks so much - sometimes it is hard to navigate here - so many topics.

mimib

What is BLMX?

Moderators

mimib, BLMX is short for Bi-Lateral Mastectomy.

If you run into any other new terms, there's an abbreviation key thread in the Welcome forum at the top of the forums page: 

http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/131/topic/773727

For more detailed explanations of the many terms, medications and tests, check out the main Breastcancer.org site - just type the term you're looking for into the Search box.