B.C. researchers seek screening test for ovarian cancer - News Summed Up

B.C. researchers seek screening test for ovarian cancer


Cancer Agency are looking for a way to detect and screen for ovarian cancer — one of the deadliest forms of cancer in women. Dr. Anna Tinker, a medical oncologist, is leading the study and told The Early Edition there are no effective screening tests available for ovarian cancer. 'Test has to be simple'Tinker's group has designed a test that uses molecular technology they hope can detect cancer cells at the earliest stages. The next step in their research will be making sure the test can correctly detect cancer cells. With files from The Early EditionTo hear the interview, click on the link labelled Researchers seek early-detection method for ovarian cancer


Source: CBC News September 27, 2016 19:12 UTC



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