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Your Questions about Genetic and Biomarker Testing, Answered
PanCAN Chief Science Officer Lynn Matrisian, PhD, MBA breaks down the different types of tests and answers common questions, including who should consider testing and what it involves.
We’re Here to Answer Your Questions about Pancreatic Cancer
Knowledge is power. Our expert PanCAN Patient Services case managers are here for you and can provide information on the disease and treatment options, as well as genetic and biomarker testing.
PanCAN’s vision is to create a world in which all patients with pancreatic cancer will thrive.
What is
pancreatic cancer
More than 62,000 Americans will be diagnosed this year. Pancreatic cancer begins when abnormal cells in the pancreas grow out of control and form a tumor.
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Know the
symptoms
Pancreatic cancer may cause only vague symptoms, but key to early detection – and better outcomes – is knowing what they are.
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Assess
your risk
The exact causes of pancreatic cancer are not well understood, but there are risk factors that may increase the likelihood of developing the disease.
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for you
Our expert Patient Services case managers partner with patients and families at every step, offering free, personalized information and resources.
CONTACT USFacing Pancreatic Cancer
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, we’re here to help.
We provide more resources and speak with more pancreatic cancer patients and caregivers than any other organization in the world. No one should
have to face pancreatic cancer alone.
Contact us at 1-877-272-6226.
PANCREATIC CANCER INFORMATION
NEWLY DIAGNOSED?
start hereOur mission is to take bold action to improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer by advancing scientific research, building community, sharing knowledge and advocating for patients.
ABOUT PanCANPanCAN was the first organization dedicated to fighting pancreatic cancer in a comprehensive way, and for more than two decades, we’ve grown a nationwide movement tackling the disease from all angles.
Research
We fund transformative research — everything from early detection to innovative new treatment approaches.
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Patient Services
We provide information about treatment options, diet and nutrition, support resources and more, and we can answer all your questions along the way.
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Advocacy
We work with thousands of grassroots advocates to urge Congress to increase federal research funding for pancreatic cancer, and we get results.
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COMMUNITY
Be part of our movement! You can volunteer locally, participate in a PurpleStride community event or host your own fundraiser.
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News & Stories
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HONOR PEOPLE YOU LOVE WHO HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY PANCREATIC CANCER
Join our community. Share your own story or a story of a loved one. You can also create a fundraising page or memorial event.
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