Overview
The purpose of this study is to better understand the natural history of oropharyngeal carcinoma (OPC), with or without an association with the human papilloma virus (HPV). For this study, the investigators plan to collect blood from OPC patients prior to treatment and at six subsequent time points.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Patients diagnosed with oropharyngeal carcinoma or patients with cancer of the unknown primary that is HPV associated, or possibly deemed to be originating from the oropharynx.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Not willing to sign consent