I D Cancer Center - The Oncology Notebook , Diagnosis & Testshttps://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/diagnosis-testsTue, 14 Apr 2026 18:19:21 +0530http://zoho.com/sites/https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/gallbladder-cancer-symptoms-jaundice-tests-idccLearn gallbladder cancer warning signs—right upper abdominal pain, jaundice, weight loss—and the tests used (ultrasound, CT/MRI/MRCP, biopsy) to confirm it.]]>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:51:12 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/prostate-cancer-symptoms-psa-test-diagnosis-idccLearn prostate cancer warning signs, what PSA means, common causes of high PSA, and how diagnosis is confirmed with MRI and biopsy—plus when to seek care.]]>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:57:58 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/ovarian-cancer-symptoms-early-signs-tests-idccPersistent bloating, early fullness, pelvic pain or urinary changes? Learn ovarian cancer warning signs and tests (ultrasound, CA-125, CT/MRI).]]>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:11:35 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/cervical-cancer-symptoms-pap-hpv-tests-idccKnow cervical cancer warning signs—post-coital bleeding, abnormal discharge, pelvic pain—and the tests that confirm it (Pap/HPV, colposcopy, biopsy).]]>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:46:18 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/lung-cancer-symptoms-warning-signs-testsPersistent cough, blood in sputum, breathlessness or chest pain? Learn lung cancer warning signs, risk factors, and tests like CT, bronchoscopy and biopsy.]]>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:17:29 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/breast-cancer-symptoms-tests-how-to-know-idccKnow early breast cancer warning signs—lump, nipple discharge, skin changes, armpit node—and the tests that confirm it (USG/mammogram/biopsy).]]>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:29:33 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/throat-cancer-symptoms-warning-signs-testsLearn common throat cancer symptoms, red flags (neck lump, hoarseness, swallowing pain), risk factors, and tests like endoscopy and biopsy.]]>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 21:55:07 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/first-oncology-visit-what-to-expectA simple guide to your first oncology visit—what to bring, questions to ask, tests, staging, and next steps. Patient-friendly and practical.]]>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:42:21 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/pet-ct-vs-ct-vs-mri-which-test-and-whyUnderstand PET-CT vs CT vs MRI—what each scan shows, when it’s used in cancer care, preparation tips, and how doctors choose the right test.]]>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:33:20 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/liquid-biopsyLiquid biopsy is a blood test that detects circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to help guide targeted therapy and personalized cancer care, especially when tissue biopsy is difficult or insufficient. It can also help monitor response. A negative result may still need tissue confirmation.]]>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:16:18 +0530