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Dental Care Providers > About OralAdvance™
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About OralAdvance™
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OralAdvance™ aids in early detection of oral cancer.
It is designed to detect gross nuclear DNA abnormality
in oral epithelial cells in three important ways:
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Collects oral mucosa from suspect areas using a
convenient and virtually painless soft cyto-brush
kit*.
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Utilizes state of art liquid-based cytology preparation.
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Harnesses the power of leading-edge DNA image cytometry
analysis and cytopathologist review to provide dentists
with consistent and accurate quantitative cytology
assessment.
OralAdvance™ in Practice
OralAdvance's role is intended to be complementary to
current standards of care, and takes just three easy
steps to complete.
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Use the soft cyto-brush kit to quickly and painlessly
collect oral mucosa from suspicious areas.
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Send the sample to Perceptronix' Laboratory in Vancouver
using the pre-paid packaging provided in the kit.
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Once Perceptronix receives the sample, the laboratory
turn-around time for delivery of reports is approximately
2-3 working days. Results form OralAdvance™
tests will be mailed to dentist or oral care provider
and will take the form of a quantitative cytology
report
(See sample)
containing a histogram, examples of measured nuclei,
and signed off by a qualified cytotechnologist or
pathologist.
In the event that results suggest DNA abnormality, the dental
care provider will plan further steps with the patient as
needed.
Based on clinical judgment, in the event that the report
suggests that there is no DNA abnormality and pre-malignant
potential is unlikely, continuing monitoring and looking
for other causes is recommended.
For more information about OralAdvance™ or to place an
order, call toll-free 1.888.629.8779 or submit an
online order form.
*The cyto brush kit contains Rovers® Orcellex® Brush.
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