Comprehensive ctDNA and CTC profiling predicts metastasis in early breast cancer. Publications | 15 January 2023 AACR 2023: Abstract PR007: Comprehensive ctDNA profiling reveals potential metastatic genomic signatures in treatment-naive early-stage breast cancer patients Comprehensive ctDNA profiling and CTC analysis in early-stage breast cancer identifies driver mutations to predict early metastasis. Background Genomic profiling has revolutionized precision oncology, impacting diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy decisions. Considering the high spatiotemporal diversity and heterogeneity of breast tumor-cell genomes, small-gene panels often fail to capture rare but important genomic alterations. Conversely, comprehensive ctDNA sequencing approaches enable the identification of under-characterized 'long-tailed driver' genomic alterations and capture intra- and inter-metastatic heterogeneity. Here, we demonstrate the clinical utility of comprehensive genome profiling with higher sensitivity to predict the possibility of metastasis in early-stage breast cancer patients. Methods We retrospectively analyzed ctDNA and genomic DNA (gDNA) from FFPE samples, as well as circulating tumor cells (CTCs), in 10 treatment-naive, hormone-positive, and HER2-negative primary-stage breast cancer patients using the OncoIndx comprehensive 600-gene panel. The panel captures all important cancer-relevant genomic alterations, including tumor mutation burden (TMB), microsatellite instability (MSI), homologous recombination deficiency (HRD) prediction, and cfDNA tumor fraction (TF). CTCs were enumerated from 1.5 ml of blood using the OncoDiscover platform, approved by the Drug Controller General of India, using anti-EpCAM antibody-mediated immunomagnetic nanoparticles. CTCs were confirmed for cytokeratin 18+ and DAPI+ markers, and the absence of CD45. Results The comprehensive genomic profile obtained from ctDNA and gDNA from the FFPE of early-stage breast cancer patients predominantly exhibited the presence of alterations in PIK3CA and ESR1 signaling pathways. PIK3CA mutations were present in 77% and 44% of baseline ctDNA and gDNA samples, while ESR1 mutations were present in 44% and 22% of baseline ctDNA and gDNA, respectively. In addition, we observed about 70% additional driver mutations in ctDNA samples, suggesting the shedding of ctDNA together with CTCs (80% positive) as a likely positive biomarker of metastasis. About 50% of the patients showed higher TMB and HRD. Notably, TF representing ctDNA varied between 13% to 27% in blood samples with a corresponding ploidy range of 2.9 to 4.7. Surprisingly, ~50% of the patient population matched the mutation profile of clinically confirmed metastatic patients. All the patients harboring potential metastatic driver alterations showed the presence of CTCs in peripheral blood. Conclusions Comprehensive ctDNA genomic profiling showed potential metastasis-driving alterations, suggesting the role of ctDNA-based liquid biopsy to predict metastasis in early breast cancer patients. We observed enhanced TF at the time of diagnosis, possibly due to the presence of distant metastasis, high disease burden, and aggressive tumor biology. Our results suggest that ctDNA dynamics at the time of disease presentation can predict early metastasis and may demonstrate the divergent response of tumor heterogeneity to treatment in early-stage breast cancer. Know more Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Making cancer detection more accessible and affordable to people Press Release | 24 August 2019 Startup Mantra: Making cancer detection more accessible and affordable to people Launching ‘OncoDiscover Liquid Biopsy Test’, a minimally invasive test which can be performed multiple times requiring 1.5ml blood volume... Actorius Innovations and Research Pvt. Ltd. Read full release Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

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Product Manager Publication Date: 26 Aug 2026 | Last Application Date: 6 Oct 2026 Apply Now Department Product & Marketing Location Mumbai, India Experience 3-5 years Role Overview The Product Manager will own the commercial and strategic lifecycle of Actorius products, working closely with scientific, clinical, sales and marketing teams to translate product capabilities into market-ready solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain product strategy and roadmap. Understand clinical, customer and market requirements. Work closely with scientific and technical teams to understand product capabilities. Translate technical and scientific information into customer-facing value propositions. Develop product positioning, messaging and sales enablement materials. Conduct market research and competitive analysis. Identify new market opportunities and customer segments. Support product launches and market-expansion initiatives. Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams on product adoption. Develop product presentations, FAQs, brochures, training materials and other collateral. Conduct product training for internal sales teams. Gather customer feedback and convert insights into product-development recommendations. Monitor product performance, market acceptance and competitive positioning. Support conferences, medical events and customer engagements. Ensure product communication remains scientifically accurate and compliant. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's/Master's degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences or a related field. MBA in Marketing/Product Management is an advantage. 3–5 years of product management experience , preferably in diagnostics, IVD, medical devices, pharma or biotechnology. Strong understanding of healthcare products and customer journeys. Ability to understand scientific literature and communicate technical information clearly. Excellent presentation, analytical and stakeholder-management skills. What We Look For At Actorius, we value people who combine ownership, curiosity, scientific thinking and execution . We look for professionals who are: Passionate about healthcare and meaningful innovation. Comfortable working in a fast-growing, innovation-driven environment. Curious and willing to learn. Strong in communication and collaboration. Focused on outcomes and accountability. Comfortable working across functions. Ethical and professional in their approach. Motivated by the opportunity to contribute to technologies that can impact cancer care. About Actorius Actorius Innovations & Research Pvt. Ltd. is an innovation-driven biotechnology and medical diagnostics company focused on developing technologies that address critical challenges in cancer care. From breakthrough research to clinically meaningful diagnostics, Actorius works at the intersection of biotechnology, biomaterials, circulating tumor cells (CTCs), liquid biopsy and oncology diagnostics . Our goal is to translate deep scientific understanding into practical technologies that can help clinicians make more informed decisions and improve patient outcomes. Our flagship OncoDiscover® CTC Test is India's first DCGI/CDSCO-approved blood test for detecting circulating tumor cells and supporting cancer monitoring. Actorius also continues to develop advanced technologies such as OncoMetastat® , alongside its broader research and diagnostic platforms. We are looking for dynamic thinkers, problem-solvers and doers who want to work on meaningful challenges in healthcare and contribute to technologies that can make a difference in cancer care. Why Join Actorius? Work on Meaningful Healthcare Challenges Contribute to technologies focused on cancer diagnostics, CTCs, liquid biopsy and oncology. Be Part of an Innovation-Driven Organisation Work alongside scientists, clinicians, business leaders and healthcare professionals. Learn Across Disciplines Actorius encourages interdisciplinary thinking across science, technology, diagnostics, marketing, sales and operations. Build With Purpose Our work is driven by the belief that better biological insights can contribute to better healthcare decisions. Grow With the Organisation Join a growing team where ownership, initiative and individual contribution matter. How to Apply Click the below link to apply. Candidates are encouraged to clearly mention the position and preferred location in their application. Apply Now

CTC together with Shh and Nrf2 are prospective diagnostic markers for HNSCC Publications | 4 April 2024 Manuscript: CTC together with Shh and Nrf2 are prospective diagnostic markers for HNSCC Study links Shh/Nrf2 overexpression with circulating tumor cells in HNSCC, highlighting their potential as biomarkers for early detection and survival prediction. Background The lack of appropriate prognostic biomarkers remains a significant obstacle in the early detection of Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), a cancer type with a high mortality rate. Despite considerable advancements in treatment, the success in diagnosing HNSCC at an early stage still needs to be improved. Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) and Sonic Hedgehog (Shh) are overexpressed in various cancers, including HNSCC, and have recently been proposed as possible therapeutic targets for HNSCC. Circulating Tumor Cell (CTC) is a novel concept used for the early detection of cancers, and studies have suggested that a higher CTC count is associated with the aggressiveness of HNSCC and poor survival rates. Therefore, we aimed to establish molecular markers for the early diagnosis of HNSCC considering Shh/Nrf2 overexpression in the background. In addition, the relation between Shh/Nrf2 and CTCs is still unexplored in HNSCC patients. Methods In the present study, we selected a cohort of 151 HNSCC patients and categorized them as CTC positive or negative based on the presence or absence of CTCs in their peripheral blood. Data on demographic and clinicopathological features with the survival of the patients were analyzed to select the patient cohort to study Shh/Nrf2 expression. Shh and Nrf2 expression was measured by qRT-PCR. Results Considering significant demographic [smoking, betel leaf (p-value < 0.0001)] and clinicopathological risk factors [RBC count (p < 0.05), Platelet count (p < 0.05), Neutrophil count (p < 0.005), MCV (p < 0.0001), NLR (p < 0.05), MLR (p < 0.05)], patients who tested positive for CTC also exhibited significant overexpression of Shh/Nrf2 in both blood and tissue compared to CTC-negative patients. A strong association exists between CTCs and tumor grade. Following chemotherapy (a combination of Cisplatin, 5FU, and Paclitaxel), the frequency of CTCs was significantly decreased in patients with HNSCC who had tested positive for CTCs. The Kaplan–Meier plot illustrated that a higher number of CTCs is associated with poorer overall survival (OS) in patients with HNSCC. View Manuscript Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

CTC and PD-L1 profiling across cancers supports monitoring, recurrence detection, and MRD. Publications | 3 June 2025 Comparative analysis of circulating tumor cell distribution with PD-L1 expression in baseline and follow ups patients across cancer types. This multi-cancer study shows CTC and PD-L1 prevalence across Indian patients, supporting minimal residual disease monitoring and personalized cancer care. Background India presents a diverse genetic pool with varying cancer incidence patterns. Common cancers in the Indian population include head and neck, lung, breast, colorectal, prostate, ovarian, and gastrointestinal cancers. Understanding the distribution of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) across these cancers may help account for cellular minimal residual disease (MRD) and early recurrence in solid tumors. Surgery with curative intent can be further evaluated for residual disease using dual biomarkers such as ctDNA and CTCs. Methods In this retrospective analysis, peripheral blood samples from 5,935 patients across various cancer types—including head and neck, lung, breast, colorectal, prostate, ovarian, and gastrointestinal cancers—were evaluated for the presence of CTCs, with and without PD-L1 overexpression and CTC clusters. CTCs were detected using the OncoDiscover platform approved by CDSCO in 1.5 mL of peripheral blood. The platform utilizes a multifunctional magneto-nanosystem mediated by anti-epithelial cell adhesion molecule (EpCAM) antibodies. CTCs were confirmed as EpCAM⁺, CK18⁺, DAPI⁺, and CD45⁻ cells. PD-L1 expression on CTCs was analyzed using linear fluorescence intensity gradients acquired through an automated Zeiss microscope. Additionally, a computational model was developed to evaluate CTC frequency, mean distribution, regression analysis, and normal probability plots to assess predictability across cancer types, age groups, stages, and genders. Results The study included 5,935 patient blood samples, comprising 90.07% baseline and 9.92% follow-up samples. CTC counts ranged from 1 to 10 per 1.5 mL of blood, with a mean value of 1.12. Among the patients, 69.87% (n = 2,854) demonstrated PD-L1 expression on their CTCs, with a mean value of 0.99. The 51–60-year age group exhibited the highest proportion of both total CTCs (19.16%, n = 1,137) and PD-L1–positive CTCs (19.71%, n = 805). Most CTC clusters were identified in breast, colorectal, and endometrial cancers. Pancreatic cancer patients showed the highest mean CTC count (1.4), whereas laryngeal cancer samples had the lowest mean count (0.78). The computational model indicated that the 51–60-year age group had the highest impact on cancer prevalence and mean CTC distribution. The model also demonstrated a strong correlation between blood-based outcomes and normal probability scores. Conclusions Higher CTC counts were strongly associated with advanced disease stages, particularly in cancers prone to hematogenous spread, such as breast, lung, and prostate cancers. Incorporating CTC profiling from baseline into diagnostic and surveillance strategies may enhance personalized cancer management. The presence of CTCs in disease-free survival (DFS) settings suggests potential links to poor therapeutic response, disease progression, and minimal residual disease. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Actorius Innovations at ASCO 2026 Publications | 17 March 2026 ASCO 2026: Comparative enumeration of circulating tumor cells with PD-L1 over expression using anti EpCAM antibody to N-Cadherin in solid cancers Dual EpCAM and N-cadherin profiling improves circulating tumor cell detection, enhancing minimal residual disease surveillance and identifying metastasis-prone cells. Abstract Background Minimal cellular residual disease (MCRD) with PD-L1 expression on circulating tumor cells (CTCs) is highly evidenced for possible aggressive diseases systemically. CTCs captured using N-cadherin—a calcium-dependent transmembrane glycoprotein—targets epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) tumor cells. There is a difference in phenotypic specificity, as EpCAM likely misses CTCs that have undergone EMT, while N-cadherin enables the detection of these aggressive, invasive cells. Thus, N-cadherin-based CTC capture is more effective for identifying metastasis-prone CTCs. Using both markers together may improve overall CTC capture efficiency to provide a more comprehensive landscape of tumor heterogeneity and disease progression. We show the comparative and paired outcome of CTC capture using both anti-EpCAM antibodies versus N-cadherin across solid cancers. Methods Retrospectively, we compared 33 patients with different stages of breast, rectal, colon, prostate, lung, and other cancers. CTCs were detected using an affinity marker-independent isolation platform to avoid EpCAM bias. CTCs were isolated using a marker-independent, anti-EpCAM-positive, and N-cadherin-positive OncoDiscover platform evaluating PD-L1+ expression using automated Zeiss microscopy. Anti-EpCAM-positive and N-cadherin-positive CTCs were classified using validated intensity thresholds, concordance/discordance rates, cluster frequency, and the mean distribution of CTCs. Results OncoDiscover platform EpCAM and N-cadherin expression showed an overall concordance of 60.61% and a discordance of 39.39%, indicating EMT-related phenotypic divergence. The mean CTC counts were comparable between anti-EpCAM-positive and N-cadherin-positive samples (0.66 and 0.70 per sample, respectively). Among EpCAM-positive CTCs, 42.85% expressed PD-L1, whereas PD-L1 positivity was lower and present in 30.30% of N-cadherin-positive CTCs. Importantly, 4 N-cadherin+/EpCAM- PD-L1-positive CTCs were identified, which were not captured by EpCAM affinity; conversely, 6 EpCAM+/PD-L1+ CTCs lacked N-cadherin expression. Notably, CTC clusters were found in 12.12% of EpCAM+ cases and 6.06% of N-cadherin-positive cases. Collectively, these findings demonstrate that dual-marker profiling improves detection sensitivity relative to single-marker interrogation. Conclusions Using both EpCAM and N-cadherin together improved CTC capture efficiency. However, N-cadherin-based CTC capture is more implicative in identifying metastasis-prone CTCs. The dual affinity accounts for CTCs for MCRD surveillance for the presence of disease systemically and is indicative of the progression of micro-metastasis. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Large study shows CTCs and clusters predict aggressive epithelial cancer progression. Publications | 10 April 2024 AACR 2024: Distribution prophecy of circulating tumor cell clusters in CTC populace patients of epithelial cancers Large-scale analysis of circulating tumor cells and clusters reveals their role in predicting aggressive epithelial cancers and treatment resistance. Background: The role of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in metastatic cancers for predicting overall survival has been well established. The effectiveness of three- or six-month adjuvant therapy in colorectal cancer estimation has shown an association between CTCs and the emergence of resistant cell clones. The presence of CTC clusters indicates increased aggressiveness in epithelial cancers. However, the presence of CTC clusters has not been evaluated in large patient populations. Here, we demonstrate the distribution and prognostic significance of CTCs and CTC clusters in epithelial cancer patients. Methods: Retrospectively, blood samples from 3458 patients were analyzed for the presence and distribution of CTCs and CTC clusters using the DCGI-approved OncoDiscover platform, which uses an immunomagnetic multicomponent system mediated by an anti-EpCAM antibody. A total of 1.5 mL of peripheral blood was analyzed to capture cells and clusters from head and neck, breast, and lung cancer patients. The sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of the OncoDiscover assay had been previously established. CTCs and clusters were identified using CK18 positive, DAPI positive, and CD45 negative staining with automated motorized fluorescence microscopy. CTC clusters were defined as the presence of two or more CTCs bound together. Results: Out of 3458 epithelial cancer patients, 65.52% (2262 patients) showed the presence of CTCs, with CTC numbers varying from 1–9 per 1.5 mL of blood. Meanwhile, 7.54% of patients showed CTC clusters, corresponding to 261 clusters. The total number of captured CTCs and clusters was 19,345, with a mean distribution of 5.59. Among these, CTCs accounted for 19,037 (98.41%), while clusters accounted for 308 (1.59%). The highest number of CTCs was observed in head and neck cancers (52.98%) and breast cancers (22.75%), followed by lung cancer (5.65%). In contrast, clusters were most frequently observed in breast cancers (26.95%), followed by lung cancer (16.23%). Conclusions: The frequency and distribution of CTCs and CTC clusters were evaluated in epithelial cancers. Patients with CTCs alone and those with both CTCs and CTC clusters represent a more aggressive disease state and a higher likelihood of disease progression. The effectiveness of adjuvant therapy in epithelial cancers may be estimated using CTC and cluster analysis, as their presence may indicate treatment resistance and the emergence of resistant cell clones. Know more Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

PD-L1 CTCs and clusters in gastric cancer support MRD detection and recurrence monitoring. Publications | 3 November 2025 Assessment of PD-L1 Expression on Circulating Tumor Cells and Clusters in Gastric Cancer Patients Circulating tumor cells with PD-L1 expression and clusters are common in gastric cancer, indicating minimal residual disease and recurrence risk. Authors Khandare J, Ghadyalpatil N, Raja T, Velukuru S, Jadhav V, Satape R, Shinde S, Ashturkar A, Dattatreya P, Vasudevan A Affiliations: Actorius Innovations and Research, Pune, Maharashtra, India Apollo Cancer Institute, Hyderabad, Telangana, India Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Renova Soumya Cancer Center, Hyderabad, Telangana, India Introduction Gastric cancer is associated with a high mortality rate, primarily due to late-stage diagnosis, which reduces the effectiveness of treatments such as surgery and results in poor five-year survival outcomes. The rate of metastasis in early-stage gastric cancer (EGC) varies, with reported lymph node metastasis rates ranging from approximately 10% to over 23%, depending on factors such as tumor invasion depth. Although most EGC cases do not initially present with distant metastasis, a substantial proportion of patients are diagnosed at advanced, metastatic stages. In this study, we evaluated gastrointestinal cancer patients for minimal cellular residual disease using circulating tumor cells (CTCs) expressing PD-L1 and the presence of CTC clusters. Methods A total of 58 gastric cancer samples were retrospectively analyzed. CTCs were isolated using the CDSCO India–approved OncoDiscover® CTC Test, which employs immunomagnetic enrichment with anti-EpCAM antibodies. CTCs were identified through immunocytochemical staining as CK18⁺, DAPI⁺, and CD45⁻ cells. Fluorescence imaging was performed using a Zeiss Axio Observer 7 microscope, and signal intensities were quantified. PD-L1 expression on CTCs was also evaluated. Statistical analyses summarized total CTC counts, PD-L1–positive CTCs, and the presence of CTC clusters. Results Among the 58 gastric cancer patient samples analyzed, CTCs were detected in 62.1% (36/58) of cases, while 37.9% (22/58) were CTC-negative. Most samples (93.1%) were collected at baseline, and 6.9% at follow-up. Among CTC-positive cases, PD-L1 expression was observed in 51.7%, while 8.7% were PD-L1-negative. CTC clusters were identified in 83.3% (30/36) of CTC-positive patients. Regarding CTC count distribution, 31.0% of patients had one CTC, 18.9% had two, and 12.07% had three CTCs. For PD-L1–positive CTCs, 14.3% of patients had zero detectable CTCs, 51.4% had one, 25.7% had two, and 8.6% had three CTCs. The mean CTC count across all samples was 1.0, the mean number of PD-L1–positive CTCs was 0.8, and the mean cluster count was 0.1. Demographic analysis showed male predominance (61.1%), with the most represented age group being 61–70 years (29.6%), followed by 41–50 years (22.2%) and 51–60 years (20.4%). Conclusions CTCs, particularly those expressing PD-L1 and forming clusters, are prevalent in gastric cancer patients and may serve as valuable biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis. Their detection may help assess minimal cellular residual disease (MCRD) and identify patients at risk of recurrence. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Actorius will present seven poster presentations at ISLB 2026 in Madrid, covering liquid biopsy, CTCs, treatment monitoring, biomarkers, residual disease and metastasis research. Events | 7 November 2026 ISLB Annual Congress 2026 | 7-9 November | Madrid, Spain Actorius will present seven scientific posters at ISLB 2026 in Madrid, showcasing research advancing the clinical potential of CTCs across treatment monitoring, biomarker analysis, residual disease, and metastasis research. Seven studies. One shared goal: advancing the clinical potential of circulating tumor cells. This November, at ISLB 2026 in Madrid , Actorius will present seven scientific posters at the International Society of Liquid Biopsy Congress—the highest number of accepted posters from any academic group or company. Our team will be presenting research spanning CTC biology, treatment monitoring, biomarker expression, algorithm-based analysis, minimal cellular residual disease, and extracorporeal approaches. Our Poster Presentations Comparative Analysis of Circulating Tumor Cells, Clusters, and PD-L1 Expression in Paired Peripheral and Portal Venous Blood with Solid Malignancies Detection of Androgen Receptor Splice Variant 7 in Circulating Tumor Cells for Dynamic Treatment Decision in Prostate Cancer Patients Algorithm-Based Analysis of Circulating Tumour Cells in Cancer Patients Evaluation of Circulating Tumor Cells Expressing PD-L1 and CTC Clusters at Baseline and Follow-Ups in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Capture of Cancerous Cells and Overall Survival in Rats Using an Ex-Vivo Extracorporeal Device in Multiple Onco-Dialysis Cycles Capture of Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transitioning Circulating Tumor Cells Using an Affinity-Based N-Cadherin System Assessment of Minimal Cellular Residual Disease Using Circulating Tumour Cells in Pre- and Post-Surgery Breast Cancer Patients Across these seven studies, one theme connects our work: That is making circulating tumor cells more clinically meaningful—from understanding tumor biology and treatment response to monitoring residual disease and exploring new approaches to metastasis. Meet our Founders Our three co-founders will also be at ISLB Annual congress. If you work in liquid biopsy, CTC biology, oncology research, or precision oncology, we would be glad to connect and exchange perspectives. Visit us at Booth 7 Meet us in Madrid, or book a meeting in advance actorius.in Events | Actorius Innovations & Research Discover groundbreaking events where innovation meets action in oncology. Join us to explore the future of biotechnology events today! #ISLB2026 #LiquidBiopsy #CirculatingTumorCells #CTC #PrecisionOncology #CancerResearch #OncologyResearch #Actorius #CancerDiagnostics #Metastasis Research Book appointment Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

OncoDiscover enables early cancer spread detection and faster diagnosis. | ET Health Press Release | 24 August 2019 Pune scientists discover tech, first in India, to detect early spread of cancer. The new "OncoDiscover" technology discovered by a team led by Dr Jayant Khandare not only detects the early spread of cancer but doctors say it can also speed up the cancer detection process… A team of Pune scientists have discovered a technology that can detect within mere hours, the spread of cancer and claim that the new finding reduces considerably the time taken for detecting the disease. The new "OncoDiscover" technology discovered by a team led by Dr Jayant Khandare not only detects the early spread of cancer but doctors say it can also speed up the cancer detection process. Presently, in India, the final diagnosis report to detect the spread of cancer takes about 12 days whereas, with OncoDiscover technology, doctors can detect it in a mere 3.5 hours. Dr Khandare told ANI, "We felt the need for this technology because global cancer is spreading. 90 per cent of the people get to know they have cancer when it is at the second stage but through this technology, we can try saving that 90 per cent. This technology is needed to detect cancer at an early stage." Read the Full Story on The Economic Times - https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/diagnostics/pune-scientists-develop-tech-to-detect-early-spread-of-cancer/70739264 Business Standards - https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/pune-scientists-discover-tech-first-in-india-to-detect-early-spread-of-cancer-119082400816_1.html View full article Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Combined CTC and ctDNA analysis improves monitoring of metastatic colorectal cancer. Publications | 17 October 2025 Circulating Biomarkers Reveal their Complementary Association in Primary and Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Patients Combined CTC and ctDNA analysis reveals strong prognostic value for monitoring progression and metastasis in colorectal cancer patients. Background Combined analysis of biomarkers such as circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and circulating tumor cells (CTCs) overexpressing tumorigenic proteins offers insight into evolving genotypic transitions from primary tumors that lead to metastasis in distant organs. We report the comparative distribution of CTCs and ctDNA genomic profiling in patients stratified as primary colorectal cancer (CRC) patients alone and those with metastasis progression in the liver, lung, and lymph nodes. Methods Retrospectively, we analyzed 218 patients with primary CRC (n = 153; male n = 93 and female n = 60). Metastasis was accounted for in 65 patients, namely liver (n = 27), lung (n = 8), and lymph nodes (n = 30). A total of 285 peripheral blood samples (218 baseline and 67 follow-up) were analyzed for the distribution of CTCs and ctDNA with driver mutations. CTCs expressing PD-L1 were evaluated using the CDSCO-approved OncoDiscover platform using 1.5 ml of blood. CTCs were enumerated based on EpCAM+, CK18+, DAPI+, and CD45– markers using a Zeiss automated fluorescence microscope. Further, the OncoIndx comprehensive NGS assay was performed using a 1080-gene panel. Results At baseline, 64.8% of primary CRC patients had ≥1 CTC (mean CTC distribution ~1.1), while 55.9% of patients had detectable ctDNA. In patients with metastasis (n = 65), the mean CTC distribution was 1.8. Higher CTC distribution was observed in liver metastasis (41.5%), lymph node involvement (46.2%), and lung metastasis (12.3%). A total of 71.7% of patients had detectable CTCs, among which 88.2% showed PD-L1 expression, while 61.3% of patients had detectable ctDNA. Concordance rates were 83.7% and 100% between the presence of CTCs and ctDNA in baseline and follow-up samples from patients with primary cancer, respectively. Furthermore, a strong correlation was observed between elevated CTC counts and the presence of ctDNA mutations in key oncogenes, including KRAS, EGFR, and BRAF. Conclusions Higher co-occurrence of ctDNA with CTCs at both baseline and follow-up highlights the need for monitoring disease progression and assessing treatment response. Thus, combined analysis of CTCs and ctDNA provides significant prognostic value in metastatic colorectal cancer. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe