MRD

MRD, or Minimal Residual Disease, refers to checking for very small numbers of myeloma cells that might still be in your body after treatment. Even when standard tests show your cancer is in remission (meaning it's not active), these tiny cells can sometimes remain and potentially cause the cancer to return later. Understanding your MRD status can give you and your care team a more detailed picture of how well your treatment has worked. This topic explains what MRD testing involves and how the results relate to your treatment plan and future health management.