GASTROClear™ (Stomach Cancer Blood Test) Patient Experience At AsiaMedic Wellness Assessment Centre
Stomach cancer (also known as gastric cancer) is a common cancer in Singapore. It is the sixth cause of cancer deaths in men and the seventh in women in the country, according to data from the Singapore Cancer Registry Annual Report 2021. It may show no symptoms at its early stages. Thus, early detection of stomach cancer is important.
Singapore biotech firm MiRXES developed GASTROClear™, a stomach cancer blood test – the first of its kind in the world. By analysing a small blood sample, GASTROClear can provide information about your risk of developing stomach cancer, categorising it as low, moderate or high.
One of the places that the GASTROClear blood test is available at is AsiaMedic Wellness Assessment Centre. AsiaMedic is a leading healthcare provider in Singapore with over 25 years of experience in providing premier medical services in advanced diagnostic imaging, clinical services and preventive care.
Patients Visit AsiaMedic For A GASTROClear Test
Some patients have visited AsiaMedic Wellness Assessment Centre to take the GASTROClear stomach cancer blood test. Through social media, they have shared their insights about stomach cancer and their experience at AsiaMedic.
Dawn (@themomoffour)
In her instagram post, Dawn (@themomoffour) says that she found taking the GASTROClear test at AsiaMedic convenient, and that “AsiaMedic offers top-notch service in a comfortable environment, making the experience stress-free”.
Erica (@princessezyt)
Erica (@princessezyt) emphasised the importance of stomach cancer screening and early detection in her Instagram post. She also gave her followers a quick tour to her first visit to AsiaMedic Wellness Centre to take the GASTROClear test. She found the centre to be very spacious and comfortable, and the test was done quickly and conveniently.
Get Tested For Stomach Cancer With GASTROClear At AsiaMedic Wellness Assessment Centre
You can undergo a GASTROClear screening by itself or as part of your comprehensive health screening. AsiaMedic offers a range of choices for individuals interested in screening for stomach cancer using GASTROClear. AsiaMedic Wellness Assessment Centre is located at Shaw House, along Orchard Road, Singapore. Orchard MRT station is within walking distance.
Disclaimers
- MiRXES GASTROClear is an invitro diagnostic assay intended for use as an adjunctive test for the detection of gastric neoplasia associated miRNA biomarkers in human serum. GASTROClear is NOT intended as a replacement for gastroscopy; it should be used in conjunction with gastroscopy and other test methods. It is thus an adjunctive tool to aid in the detection of gastric cancer. As such, only patients who met certain criteria are tested using GASTROClear based on recommendation by the physician. The results obtained from the test may indicate the presence of gastric cancer and the patient then goes for gastroscopy as required. The output of GASTROClear is a risk score, where a high score may indicate the presence of gastric cancer and should be followed up by gastroscopy. This test is intended for adults of either sex, 40 years or older, at average risk of having gastric cancer with one of the following risk factors:
- Family history of stomach cancer
- A history of Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) infection
- Previous history of stomach lymphoma and stomach polyps
- Long term stomach inflammation (chronic gastritis)
- Diets containing large amounts of fried food, smoked foods, salted fish, processed meat, and pickled foods.
- Diets containing nitrites and nitrates substances commonly found in cured meats.
- Diet low in fruits and vegetables
- Smoking
2. MiRXES GASTROClear is approved and listed with Health Sciences Authority (HSA) in Singapore and CE Mark under the EU IVD Directive 98/79/EC.
3. For up-to-date product specific disclaimers, see the respective MiRXES GASTROClear instructions for use. MiRXES GASTROClear instructions for use can be requested from MiRXES Technical Services or your local distributor.
4. Trademarks: MiRXES GASTROClear™ is registered trademark for MiRXES, Inc. All other product names, trademarks, and registered trademarks that may appear in this document are property of their respective owners.
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This article is informative only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and should never be relied upon for specific medical advice.