Making Sense of the Expanding Molecular Toolbox for Skin Cancer Diagnosis-Applications of Molecular Techniques in Clinical Practice

Applications of Molecular Techniques in Clinical Practice

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The video transcript is a presentation by Professor Christine Jaworski on the application of molecular techniques in clinical practice, specifically focusing on pigmented lesions. She discusses three main tests: immunoproxidase staining, tape stripping analysis with the DermTech test, and the Castle Decision DX test. Immunoproxidase staining is used to detect melanocytes in tissue, while tape stripping analysis aims to identify high-risk lesions using genomic markers. The Castle Decision DX test categorizes tumors into low, intermediate, or high risk for metastasis. Jaworski highlights the limitations and costs associated with each test and provides recommendations for clinical practice, emphasizing judicious use of techniques and consideration of patient-reported changes. Ultimately, she emphasizes the importance of considering the impact of molecular techniques on patient outcomes and quality of life.

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Christine Jaworsky, MD, FAAD

Keywords

molecular techniques

clinical practice

pigmented lesions

immunoproxidase staining

tape stripping analysis

Castle Decision DX test