The Role of ctDNA as a Biomarker in Colorectal Cancer

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Stacey A. Cohen, MD, and Daniel H. Ahn, DO, discuss the role of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) as a biomarker in colorectal cancer and provide clinical insights on screening modalities.

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