Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, with over 600,000 new diagnoses each year. Early detection significantly increases survival rates, with over 90% of patients surviving for five years when diagnosed early.
GALEAS™ Bladder Cancer Test
Why Should You Get Tested for Bladder Cancer?
A common sign of bladder cancer is blood in the urine, known as hematuria. If you notice this symptom, it’s important to seek medical advice. While a cystoscopy (a procedure where a camera is used to examine the bladder) is the traditional method for diagnosing bladder cancer, a urine test can also provide valuable information.
What is the GALEAS™ Bladder Cancer Test?
The GALEAS™ Bladder Cancer Test is a non-invasive alternative to a cystoscopy. It only requires a simple urine sample, which can be collected at home, making it a more convenient option. This test uses advanced technology to detect genetic markers linked to bladder cancer.
How Does the GALEAS™ Test Work?
- Urine Sample: You take the urine sample.
- Sample Sent to Lab: The sample is sent to a UK-based laboratory for analysis.
- DNA Analysis: The sample is analysed using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technology to detect genetic changes associated with bladder cancer.
- Accurate Results: The results are equivalent to those obtained through a cystoscopy and can detect 96% of all bladder cancers, including both non-muscle invasive and muscle-invasive types.
- Report Upload: The lab uploads the report to a secure platform.
- Clinician’s Review: Your clinician reviews the results and shares them with you, discussing the next steps.
How Are the Results Reported?
- Your test results will be presented in a clear and concise report, which indicates whether your risk of bladder cancer is low or high.
- Results are sent directly to your clinician, who will discuss the findings with you and explain the next steps.
- All test results are kept confidential and will not be shared with any third parties without your consent.
Benefits of the GALEAS™ Bladder Cancer Test
- Convenient: A simple, pain-free urine test that can be collected at home or in the clinic.
- Accurate: Results are equivalent to a cystoscopy, the current standard of care.
- Comprehensive: Can detect all stages of bladder cancer.
- Fast: Rapid turnaround time of results.
- Quality Assurance: The test is processed in a UK laboratory that adheres to the highest quality standards, ensuring reliable and accurate results.
For more information or to book your test, please email us at info@harleystreetphysicians.co.uk.