Validation of a Blood Assay for the Detection of BRAF Mutation Status in Patients with Metastatic Melanoma

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to validate an internally developed assay for the detection of BRAF V600E mutations in cfDNA from the peripheral blood of patients with melanoma.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

Age 18 years or older
Histologic evidence of metastatic melanoma with documented or pending BRAF mutation status from a metastatic site
Patients with either unresectable melanoma or recent progression on systemic therapy for metastatic melanoma
An understanding of the protocol and its requirements, risks, and discomforts
The ability and willingness to sign an informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

Pregnancy or lactation (for females)
Inability on the part of the patient to understand the informed consent or be compliant with the protocol

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status	Contact
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator George Vasmatzis, Ph.D.	Closed for enrollment	Contact information: Cancer Center Clinical Trials Referral Office (855) 776-0015

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

George Vasmatzis, Ph.D.

Closed for enrollment

Contact information:

Cancer Center Clinical Trials Referral Office

(855) 776-0015

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