Overview
The purpose of this research is to learn if the PanCystPro assay can help doctors in making decisions about treatment and monitoring of pancreatic cysts. The PanCystPro test measures glucose, carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), and gastricsin biomarkers on fluid obtained from a pancreatic cyst. The test reports if the cyst fluid should be considered "Non-mucinous" or "Mucinous". Mucinous pancreatic cysts are more likely to progress to cancer while non-mucinous cysts seldom progress to cancer.
Description
A prospective observational study to assess the impact of PanCystPro in patients with radiographically confirmed pancreatic cysts planned for Endoscopic Ultra Sound (EUS) Fine Needle Aspirate (FNA). Eligible subjects will be enrolled after signing the ICF. One pancreatic cyst sample will be sent to the Amplified lab for PanCystPro testing.
The impact of PanCystPro on clinical management intention will be assessed after the PanCystPro result has been received by the physician. One year after enrollment the actual clinical management the patient received will be assessed.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Patients 18 years of age or older
- Cross sectional imaging studies demonstrating a pancreatic cyst at least 12 mm in size where fluid sampling can aid in patient's management
- Written informed consent.
- The patient will be undergoing EUS with anticipated FNA extraction as part of standard patient care.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
- Pregnant or lactating females.
- Patients with contraindications to moderate or deep procedural sedation (necessary for the conduct of the endoscopic ultrasound) like major cardiorespiratory illness.
- Patients with contraindications to FNA of a pancreatic cyst like being on blood thinners.
