Consider strategies for identifying RAS mutations, including KRAS G12C, in patients with mCRC1,2
Testing for RAS early and documenting mutant variants, like KRAS G12C, could be beneficial for future reference and may eliminate the need for another biopsy1,2
Testing for KRAS mutations, including G12C, can be performed on fresh or archived specimens of either the primary tumor or a metastasis3
Extended RAS panels and CGP panels already include KRAS and report variant subtypes, such as KRAS G12C4
- KRAS G12C is already included in NGS panels and does not require additional individual biomarker tests4
NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) recommend testing for RAS mutations, including KRAS G12C, in all patients with mCRC5,*
When testing for RAS, ensure the KRAS G12C mutational status is included in the final report to help identify patients who may benefit from LUMAKRAS® + Vectibix®6,7
*It is recommended at this time that, when feasible, testing be performed via a broad panel-based approach, most typically performed by NGS.5
CGP, comprehensive genomic profiling; KRAS, Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog; mCRC, metastatic colorectal cancer; NCCN, National Comprehensive Cancer Network; NGS, next-generation sequencing; RAS, rat sarcoma.