This video explains what cancer staging means, why it is important and how doctors use tests like scans and lab work to guide treatment. It introduces the most common staging systems and describes how molecular and genetic testing can support staging and treatment planning.
By the end of this video, viewers will be able to:
- Explain the purpose of cancer staging
- Name at least one common cancer staging system
- Describe the role of molecular and genetic testing in staging and treatment planning
Check out the links to these trusted resources to learn more about some of the topics covered in this lesson.
- How does Cancer Staging Work?
- How does Cancer Spread?
- Support Professionals in Cancer Care
- TNM Classification
- Cancer Staging - National Cancer Institute
- Written by: Terry Hawrysh, Leigh-Ann van Strijp & Kyster Nanan
- Narration & Creation: Terry Hawrysh & Leigh-Ann van Strijp
- Editing: Kyster Nanan, Terry Hawrysh & Karen Haas
- Music: scandinavianz – campfire
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Published October 06, 2025