Understanding Your Cancer’s Behaviour: The E-Cadherin Test
When facing a cancer diagnosis, understanding how your specific cancer behaves is crucial for effective treatment. The Immunohistochemistry E-Cadherin (ECAD) Test provides this vital insight, helping you and your healthcare team make informed decisions about your care pathway.
What Does the E-Cadherin Test Detect?
E-Cadherin is a protein that acts like “cellular glue” – it helps cells stick together properly. In many cancers, especially breast, stomach, and certain other cancers, reduced E-Cadherin levels indicate that cancer cells are more likely to spread (metastasize). Our test measures this protein in your tumour tissue, giving your oncologist critical information about:
- Cancer aggressiveness and spread potential
- Appropriate treatment approaches
- Your individual prognosis
- Monitoring treatment effectiveness
Who Should Consider This Test?
If you’ve been diagnosed with or are being evaluated for:
- Breast cancer (especially invasive ductal carcinoma)
- Gastric (stomach) cancer
- Certain types of lung cancer
- Other epithelial cancers where metastasis risk needs assessment
- When your doctor needs to determine cancer subtype for targeted therapy
This test becomes particularly important when your treatment options depend on understanding your cancer’s specific characteristics.
Why This Matters for Your Health Journey
Getting the right information at the right time can transform your cancer treatment experience:
- Personalized Treatment: Helps your doctor choose therapies most likely to work for your specific cancer type
- Reduced Uncertainty: Provides clarity about your cancer’s behaviour and spread potential
- Better Outcomes: Early understanding of cancer characteristics leads to more effective treatment planning
- Peace of Mind: Knowing you have comprehensive information to guide your healthcare decisions
Understanding Your Results
Your results will show whether E-Cadherin is present in your tumour cells:
- Positive Result: E-Cadherin is present – generally indicates less aggressive cancer with lower spread potential
- Negative Result: E-Cadherin is absent – may suggest more aggressive cancer behaviour
Our expert pathologists provide clear, detailed reports that your oncologist will discuss with you, explaining what the results mean for your specific situation and treatment options.
Affordable, Life-Changing Information
| Test Option | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Price | ZAR 1,500 | Comprehensive cancer analysis |
| Special Price | ZAR 1,000 | Save ZAR 500 on vital cancer insights |
Considering the impact on treatment decisions and potential health outcomes, this test represents exceptional value for your healthcare investment.
Why Trust Oracle Genomics?
- Nationwide Coverage: Accessible testing across South Africa – from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban to Pretoria
- Expert Pathologists: Our specialized team has extensive experience in cancer diagnostics
- Rapid Turnaround: Results typically within 5-7 days, depending on sample type
- Accuracy Guarantee: We maintain the highest standards in diagnostic testing
- Patient-Focused: We understand the anxiety of waiting for results and work efficiently to provide clarity
What You Need to Know About Sample Collection
For this test, we require:
- Tumour tissue in 10% formal-saline OR formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded block
- Ship at room temperature
- Please provide a copy of your Histopathology report
- Include site of biopsy and clinical history
Your healthcare provider will typically handle sample collection and submission.
Take Control of Your Cancer Journey Today
Don’t let uncertainty about your cancer’s characteristics delay your treatment decisions. The E-Cadherin test provides the clarity you and your doctor need to choose the most effective treatment path.
Why act now? Early understanding of your cancer’s behaviour can significantly impact treatment success and long-term outcomes. Every day matters in your cancer journey.
Your health deserves the best information. Get the E-Cadherin clarity you need for ZAR 1,000 and take the next confident step in your cancer treatment journey.
