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Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) Educational Multimedia Guide
Introduction
Common Terms Used When Discussing MRD
Understanding MRD
What Does It Mean to Be MRD Positive or Negative?
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MRD Testing: The Basics
Flow Cytometry
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Breaking Down an MRD Report
Blood-Based MRD Testing (Liquid Biopsy)
Imaging (Complementary to bone marrow tests)
How Accurate Are MRD Tests?
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Practical Considerations
Is MRD Testing Covered by Insurance?
Can My Oncologist Perform MRD Testing?
How Often Should MRD Be Monitored?
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Using MRD Results in Treatment Decisions
Why Do Myeloma Specialists Disagree Over MRD Monitoring?
How Will My MRD Test Results Be Used?
Is MRD Negativity the End Goal of Treatment?
Can I Stop Maintenance Therapy If I Am MRD Negative?
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MRD in Clinical Trials and Emerging Research
Understanding MRD’s Role in Clinical Trials
The Future of MRD Testing
Continue Your Learning
Patient Resources and Support
Questions to Ask Your Doctor about MRD Testing
Insurance and Financial Support
Continue Your Learning
Further Resources and References
Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) Educational Multimedia Guide
Introduction
Common Terms Used When Discussing MRD
Understanding MRD
What Does It Mean to Be MRD Positive or Negative?
Continue Your Learning
MRD Testing: The Basics
Flow Cytometry
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Breaking Down an MRD Report
Blood-Based MRD Testing (Liquid Biopsy)
Imaging (Complementary to bone marrow tests)
How Accurate Are MRD Tests?
Continue Your Learning
Practical Considerations
Is MRD Testing Covered by Insurance?
Can My Oncologist Perform MRD Testing?
How Often Should MRD Be Monitored?
Continue Your Learning
Using MRD Results in Treatment Decisions
Why Do Myeloma Specialists Disagree Over MRD Monitoring?
How Will My MRD Test Results Be Used?
Is MRD Negativity the End Goal of Treatment?
Can I Stop Maintenance Therapy If I Am MRD Negative?
Continue Your Learning
MRD in Clinical Trials and Emerging Research
Understanding MRD’s Role in Clinical Trials
The Future of MRD Testing
Continue Your Learning
Patient Resources and Support
Questions to Ask Your Doctor about MRD Testing
Insurance and Financial Support
Continue Your Learning
Further Resources and References
Continue Your Learning
Last updated on: 3/31/2025
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