GASTROClear™ Test Singapore
Precise & Hassle-Free Stomach Cancer Screening
Stomach cancer is often silent. Don’t wait for symptoms. At Angsana Medical, we offer GASTROClear™, a revolutionary blood test designed to detect gastric cancer early – even before symptoms appear. Located conveniently in Everton Park, Angsana Medical provides this precise, minimally invasive screening to give you peace of mind.
Book your GASTROClear™ test today to protect your future.
Why Regular Stomach Cancer Screening Saves Lives
Stomach (gastric) cancer is a “silent killer.” In its early stages, it often develops with close to no symptoms. By the time abdominal pain or unexplained weight loss occurs, the disease is frequently in an advanced stage.
- The Reality: The overall 5-year survival rate for stomach cancer is only about 35%.
- The Hope: When detected early through screening, survival rates can skyrocket to 99%.
- The Impact: Regular screening reduces the risk of death from gastric cancer by nearly 47%.
Routine screening allows us to identify precancerous changes or early tumours, allowing for timely treatment when it is most effective.
What is the GASTROClear™ Test?
GASTROClear™ is the world’s first approved molecular blood test for gastric cancer screening. It is a minimally invasive and time-efficient alternative to traditional screening methods.
- How it works: We draw a simple blood sample and send it to a MOH-certified lab.
- The Technology: Using advanced PCR-based technology, the test measures 12 specific microRNAs (miRNA) in your blood associated with gastric cancer.
- Scope: It is designed to detect all stages of gastric cancer (Stages 1–4) with high sensitivity.
- Results: You typically receive your risk score and report within 3 weeks.
How Accurate is GASTROClear™?
GASTROClear™ outperforms traditional cancer markers. In clinical trials involving high-risk Singaporean patients, it demonstrated exceptional sensitivity for early-stage detection:
- 87.5% detection rate for Stage I stomach cancer.
- 89.5% detection rate for Stage II stomach cancer.
It detects all stages with up to 89% specificity and is 20% more accurate than other blood-based biomarker tests.
Who Should Take the GASTROClear™ Test?
Screening is recommended for adults aged 40 and above, regardless of gender. You are strongly advised to screen if you have an increased risk of gastrointestinal issues.
Common risk factors include:
– Infection: A personal history of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection.
– Diet: High consumption of salty, smoked, pickled, or fried foods (including preserved meats and salted fish); low intake of fruits and vegetables.
– Habits: Excessive tobacco usage or heavy alcohol drinking.
– Medical History: Conditions such as obesity, chronic gastritis, stomach polyps, or intestinal metaplasia.
– Genetics: A family history of stomach cancer or inherited conditions (like CDH1 gene mutations).
FAQ
Early signs are often vague and easy to ignore. They may include heartburn, indigestion, a change in appetite, nausea, and vomiting. Please consult us if you face such symptoms for more than 2 weeks.
Yes, stomach cancer is highly curable if detected in the early stages. This is why screening is critical, even if you have no symptoms.
Yes. Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer (HDGC) is a rare inherited condition increasing risk. The gene most commonly associated with this is CDH1. A mutation in this gene significantly increases a person’s risk.
No. Unlike a gastroscopy, no bowel preparation or sedation is needed. It only requires a simple blood draw.
While there is no guaranteed prevention, you can lower your risk by maintaining a healthy weight, staying physically active, limiting alcohol and processed/ salty foods, and treating H. pylori infections if present. For H. pylori testing and risk assessment, please check out our health screening and longevity packages.
