Hormone Receptor Status

Also known as: Estrogen receptors; Progesterone receptors

Formal name: Estrogen and Progesterone receptor status

Related tests: Her-2/neu; Tumor markers

Common Questions

Is there a blood test that can be done to check my hormone receptor status?

1. Is there a blood test that can be done to check my hormone receptor status?

No. The cancer cells do not “shed” the receptors, so they are not detectable in the blood. They must be evaluated in the cancer tissue itself.

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