CellSearch

CellSearch is a laboratory technology used to detect and count circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in a blood sample. These rare cancer cells break away from tumors and travel through the bloodstream, potentially indicating cancer spread. The process involves capturing these cells using special antibodies that recognize specific markers on their surface, then analyzing them under a microscope. This helps doctors assess disease progression, monitor treatment response, and make informed decisions about patient care. CellSearch provides a minimally invasive way to gather important information about cancer dynamics in real-time.