2024 CPIP-K Case 11: Molecular Pathology – Liquid Biopsy: Cancer Applications and Limitations for the Practicing Pathologist

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Intended Audience
This clinical pathology activity is intended for pathologists.


Description
As the number and complexity of liquid biopsy tests grow, it becomes increasingly important for pathologists to understand the technical advantages and limitations of this technology. This activity will focus on ctDNA testing in cancer, where there has been rapid advancement in understanding how the “liquid biopsy” may be particularly useful for patients who are not ideal biopsy candidates, or for whom resistance is important to detect during a monitoring period.

Objectives
After completing this activity, you should be able to:

  1. Understand and apply the key features of the ctDNA analyte to effectively collect and process samples for testing.
  2. Recognize the current limitations of ctDNA assays and the risks of misinterpretation.
  3. Become familiar with the landscape of molecular biomarkers relevant in non-small cell lung cancer.
  4. Critically evaluate the potential applications of ctDNA to various clinical indications.

Authors/Faculty
Jennifer Yoest, MD, FCAP
Jonathan W. Heusel, MD, PhD, FCAP

Related Link
Clinical Pathology Improvement Program


CME Information
Accreditation: The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Category 1: The College of American Pathologists designates this internet enduring material educational activity for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.


Payment Information
To pay with a check, print a copy of this page and send it with your check to the address below. You will be notified when your payment has been processed and you have been registered into the activity.

College of American Pathologists
CAP Learning
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750

Refund Policy
Refunds will be handled on an exception basis. Please submit your request to the CAP in writing via email at education@cap.org or fax at 847-832-8006.


Technical Requirements
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The CAP recognizes that some Veteran’s Administration, US Government, and military participants may have difficulty accessing the online activity. If you experience difficulty or have any questions, please contact a representative of the Customer Contact Center at 800-323-4040 option 1 or education@cap.org.


Availability
This activity and evaluation are available November 18, 2024 - November 17, 2027, at 11:59 PM (CT). Upon completion of the activity your credit will be awarded. Your certificate may be downloaded from your Transcript.

CC: CPIP1111W.2024

Key Words: Molecular Pathology, NGS, cfDNA, BrowseCP

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 1.25 Lifelong Learning
  • 1.25 Participation
Course opens: 
11/18/2024
Course expires: 
11/17/2025
Cost:
$0.00

Available Credit

  • 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 1.25 Lifelong Learning
  • 1.25 Participation

Price

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Pricing: Member: $50.00 NonMember: $65.00 Junior Member: $10.00

To register for this activity, you must either pay by credit card or have ordered this product in advance. Click the Enroll button to continue, you will be prompted for validation or processed for payment.

To enroll in the series with one easy payment, or to enroll multiple participants from the same institution, call 800-323-4040 option 1. This option is only available until December 31, 2024, after this date this activity is only accessible by an online credit card payment.


Payment Information
To pay with a check, print a copy of this page and send it with your check to the address below. You will be notified when your payment has been processed and you have been registered into the activity.

College of American Pathologists
CAP Learning
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750

Refund Policy
Refunds will be handled on an exception basis. Please submit your request to the CAP in writing via email at education@cap.org or fax at 847-832-8006.


Technical Requirements
Pop-up blockers must be turned off.

The CAP recognizes that some Veteran’s Administration, US Government, and military participants may have difficulty accessing the online activity. If you experience difficulty or have any questions, please contact a representative of the Customer Contact Center at 800-323-4040 option 1 or education@cap.org.


Availability
This activity and evaluation are available November 18, 2024, and expire November 17, 2027, at 11:59 PM (CT). Upon completion of the activity your credit will be awarded. Your certificate may be downloaded from your Transcript.