STEP 539: Liquid Biopsy: A Non-Invasive Tool for Cancer Detection and Monitoring (CE: 1.0)

Article Overview:

Liquid biopsy may offer advantages over standard tissue sampling for detection and monitoring of cancer. Readers will learn about the strengths and limitations of liquid biopsy and the status of techniques that are currently being developed to bring these tools into the clinic.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the ways liquid biopsy techniques can be applied to cancer detection and monitoring.
  • Recall the advantages and limitations of liquid biopsy.
  • Understand the types of markers that are present in liquid biopsy samples and what they can tell us.

Additional Information

Author(s)Sandy Field, PhD, Science and Medical Writer, Field Scientific LLC
Relevant CertificationsMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT)
Certified Laboratory Consultant (CLC)
Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Launch Date2026
Enrollment Expiration180 days after purchase
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Course Start Date: 
02/24/2026
Course End Date: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$7.50
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Price

Cost:
$7.50
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Additional Details:

  • Quiz Attempts: 5
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

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