If you have myeloma, should you undergo tests for DNA sequencing? (https://www.myeloma.org/videos/if-you-have-myeloma-should-you-undergo-tests-dna-sequencing)

If you have myeloma, should you undergo tests for DNA sequencing?

BOTTOM LINE:
​For myeloma patients, DNA sequencing is helpful in research trials, but it is not necessary for the day-to-day management of the disease.

 

Author
Dr. Brian GM Durie (https://www.myeloma.org/Brian-Durie-md)
Video
Series
Ask Dr. Durie (https://www.myeloma.org/taxonomy/term/19)
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1532
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DNA sequence (https://www.myeloma.org/taxonomy/term/178)
Myeloma Stage
Newly Diagnosed (Pre-Treatment or First Treatment)  (https://www.myeloma.org/taxonomy/term/1495)
Topics
Myeloma 101 (https://www.myeloma.org/taxonomy/term/1481)
Source URL: https://www.myeloma.org/videos/if-you-have-myeloma-should-you-undergo-tests-dna-sequencing