[CMLHope] Re: FISH tests GOOD SITE FOR EXPLANATION OF FISH

2007-09-19 Thread Trey
I believe you were diagnosed in early 2004. FISH tests are often used in combination with a BMB at diagnosis. After that, FISH can be used until it no longer registers positive. Then the PCR is used for monitoring since it is far more sensitive. Some Oncs have stopped using FISH at all and jus

[CMLHope] Re: FISH tests GOOD SITE FOR EXPLANATION OF FISH

2007-09-19 Thread ICANDOALLTTC
In a message dated 9/19/2007 2:12:23 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How many of you get them done? I have never had one done. My doctor says that this test MIGHT tell you if you have CML, but a bone marrow is a better indicator and better to be used to follow up with.

[CMLHope] Re: FISH tests

2007-09-19 Thread ICANDOALLTTC
Hi Lon, I've had 1 bone marrow 2 pcr and 1 fish. There are some good articles on-line about these test and what they do. Jeanie<3 In a message dated 9/19/2007 2:12:23 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How many of you get them done? I have never had one done. My doctor say