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ONCALERT:
THE SCIENCE OF EARLIER
DISCUSSING ONCALERT RAPID TEST
RESULTS WITH YOUR PATIENTS
If control line does not appear, discard the test and do not use the results.
(A positive test is read when either the CD44 OR total protein test strip shows a positive result.)
TOTAL PROTEIN
CD44
Recommended Threshold
Test results should be assigned based on either the CD44 or Total Protein gradient scales.
test line
01234
Negative
Positive
control line
Test Result
Lesion
+ Test Positive
– Test Negative
With Lesion
The clinician is recommended to proceed with appropriate action including a possible biopsy.
The quantitative OncAlert Oral Cancer LAB Test can be introduced to help refine the risk discrimination process.
The decision to biopsy remains at the sole discretion of the treating physician.
Repeat the OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID Test within 1 year and discuss with the patient modifications of risk behavior.
Without Lesion
Lifestyle Counseling :
• tobacco cessation
• alcohol reduction or elimination • practice good oral hygiene
• improve nutrition
Schedule a second OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID Test in 1 to 3 months or schedule an OncAlert Oral Cancer LAB Test to help refine discrimination process.
Repeat the OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID Test within 1 year and discuss with the patient modifications of risk behavior.
++
If second OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID or LAB Test is positive, refer to appropriate specialist (e.g. oral surgeon, otolaryngologist, head and neck surgeon).
+–
If a second OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID or LAB Test is negative, routine follow-up (per healthcare profession protocol) with repeat OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID or LAB Test annually.
Anytime a worrisome lesion is identified by a clinician, a biopsy would be strongly recommended.
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This test and suggested guidance is not designed to take the place of clinical findings or healthcare provider judgment. It should only be used as an aid in diagnosis.