NET

We are aiming to identify markers for the identification of and follow-up of NETs using non-invasive testing methods such as blood tests. By looking closely at the blood we hope to find specific molecules that can help diagnose NETs, monitor the development of the disease, or help us make decisions on the best treatments to give to individual NET patients. From our current research we have found specific molecules that are found in NETs and may be released into the body fluids in patients. The growth of a NET causes gene changes which can lead to changes in protein products, it is these changes that we are trying to characterise in the blood of NET patients. This project was initiated at the suggestion of patient groups during consultation with the research group; often NETs take a long time to diagnose, and it is hoped that the development of an accurate blood test may help to improve these diagnosis times... We are doing this in two groups. First a shorter in-depth picture of all..

Also known as: NETs

Primary location: Grafton