Ideals of the Diagnostic Oncology Center
We perform the latest tests in an accurate and prompt manner for medical care
The Cancer Diagnosis Laboratory Center utilizes a convenient, fast, and cutting-edge laboratory to contribute to the patient-centered, personalized medical care, which is the ideal that is pursued at the Seoul National University Cancer Hospital.
For routine tests, we have established a convenient system where patients have their blood collected without waiting, and approximately 200 tests are conducted within 2 hours. For special tests, all clinically important tumor marker tests are performed within 2 hours, and approximately 60 tumor molecular genetic tests (gene tests) are also conducted. We will continue to consistently improve the medical care for tumor patients by quickly applying new testings to our diagnostic system in the future.
We develop new tumor markers and apply them to medical care and support research at the cancer hospital
For this, we conduct research to develop gene and biomarkers using cancer genome analysis, related gene identification, and proteomics, as well as the development of new tumor diagnostic technologies that utilize next-generation sequencing and mass spectrometry. We also participate in the Human Resource Bank project, conduct analytical tests related to clinical trials, and conduct research consultations with clinical departments to support research in cancer hospitals.
We reinforce education, promotion, and consultation
We have established an integrated phone call and mail system to reinforce the consultation and cooperative medical care system with each related clinical department.
Through this system, we receive requests for new tests and provide consultation on the use and improvement of tests. We are responsible for the promotion and education of general and expert publicity, provide this information through updates on the website and development of a mobile application. We aim to explain the meaning of tests by creating a FAQ page, especially for tests that patients often ask about, and promote new tumor markers and gene tests. We provide education on tumor-specific diagnostic systems, test items, and test techniques to medical staff, students, and researchers.
Medical Care Flowchart of the Center
