Genetic testing is necessary for colon tumors.
Genetic testing can detect for which chemotherapy drugs or targeted drugs are more sensitive, the treatment is more targeted, which can improve the effect of treatment and also reduce the side effects of drugs. For colon tumor, when the disease is found, the first choice should be surgical treatment, and if it cannot be operated then consider chemotherapy, immunotherapy or even targeted therapy.
However, the cost of genetic testing is relatively high and belongs to self-financed program, and genetic testing does not necessarily have a target, and it is possible that there is no very sensitive target after testing.
Patients with colon tumor are recommended to consult the doctor in time, complete the relevant examinations under the doctor’s guidance and actively cooperate with the treatment.