Home English Navigating Tumor Testing vs. Genetic Testing Navigating Tumor Testing vs. Genetic Testing Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on Twitter Copy this URL Share via Email Genetic testing and tumor (or biomarker) testing are both crucial to understanding and treating colorectal cancer, but did you know that these tests serve different, but important, purposes? Join City of Hope Medical Center genetic counselor and researcher Heather Hampel, and Northwestern University oncologist Al Benson III, MD as they discuss the differences between genetic and tumor testing, the role both play in colorectal cancer treatment, and how to go about getting the relevant testing you need to best understand your treatment options. Thank you to Menarini Silicon Biosystems for supporting this educational webinar. view transcript view slides