Understanding and Improving Tests for Gynaecological Cancers
Researchers at CanSense have created a new blood test that could help find gynaecological cancers earlier. We’re asking people to share their thoughts and experiences with current tests, and what they think about this new one. Your views will help us understand if a simple blood test could make it easier to spot cancer early and improve care in the future.
Section 1: About you
What is your age?
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18-34
34-54
55-74
75+
How would you describe your ethnicity?
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Asian or Asian British ( e.g. Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Chinese or any other Asian background)
Black, Black British, Caribbean or African (e.g. Caribbean, African or any other Black, Black British, or Caribbean background)
Mixed or multiple ethnic groups (e.g. White and Black Caribbean, White and Black African, White and Asian or any other Mixed or multiple ethnic background)
White (e.g. Welsh, English, Scottish, Northern Irish or British, Irish, Gypsy or Irish Traveller, Roma or any other White background)
Other ethnic group (e.g. Arab or any other ethnic group)
Prefer not to say
What is your religion?
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No religion
Christian (including Church of England, Catholic, Protestant and all other Christian denominations)
Buddhist
Hindu
Jewish
Muslim
Sikh
Other (please specify):
Have you or someone close to you been affected by gynaecological cancer?
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I have been tested for gynaecological cancer but received a negative result
I have been diagnosed with gynaecological cancer
A friend or family member has been diagnosed with gynaecological cancer
I have not had any personal or close experience of gynaecological cancer
Prefer not to say
Have you ever had any tests for gynaecological cancer (either for symptoms or by taking part in cervical screening)?
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Yes
No
If yes, please indicate which tests you’ve had (tick all that apply):
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Pelvic examination
Routine cervical screening (smear test)
CA125 blood test
Transvaginal ultrasound
Endometrial (womb) biopsy
Diagnostic hysteroscopy
CT/MRI scan
Other (please specify)
How would you rate your awareness of possible symptoms of gynaecological cancer (ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial/womb cancer (good/poor)
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I have a good knowledge
I have some knowledge
I have a little knowledge
I don’t think I could name any symptoms
If you had symptoms such as vaginal bleeding between periods, or bloating, or pelvic pain would you associate these as signs of cancer?
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Definitely: I would seek help urgently for any of these
Possibly
Probably not
Definitely not
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Section 2: Your experience and understanding of testing for gynaecological cancer
How would you describe your knowledge and understanding of testing for gynaecological cancer?
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I have a very good understanding
I have a general understanding
I know a little, but would like to understand more
I don’t feel I understand much about these tests
I’ve never heard of gynaecological testing before
How could knowledge and understanding of gynaecological cancer tests be improved? Please tick all that apply
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It could not be improved
Increased school education
Community based education
Social media campaigns
Television or radio adverts
Posters in public spaces and communities
Other (please specify):
Do you have any concerns about the current tests for gynaecological cancer? Please tick all that apply
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No Concern
Invasive (tests inside the body)
Unacceptable
Lack of dignity
Unnecessary
Other (please specify):
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Section 3: Your opinions on a new liquid biopsy blood test for gynaecological cancer
Liquid biopsy is a simple blood test being developed to help detect signs of gynaecological cancers earlier. It could potentially reduce the need for some internal examinations or invasive procedures and aims to make cancer testing more accessible and equitable. We’d like your opinions on this new approach.
Before today, had you ever heard of a “liquid biopsy blood test” for cancer detection?
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Yes
No
How do you feel about the idea of using a blood test to detect gynaecological cancers?
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Very positive
Somewhat positive
Neutral
Somewhat negative
Very negative
What are the main reasons you would prefer a blood test (liquid biopsy)? (Tick all that apply)
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Less invasive
Less embarrassing
Faster results
More comfortable
Easier to access
More acceptable due to religious/cultural beliefs
Other (please specify):
Do you have any concerns or questions about using a blood test to detect gynaecological cancers?
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Accuracy
Applicable to all ethnicities
Availability
Whether Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used
Cost to NHS
Other (please specify):
Would you prefer a liquid biopsy (blood test) over current gynaecological tests?
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Definitely
Probably
Not sure
Probably not
Definitely not
What information would you want before deciding to have a blood test instead of a traditional test?
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Test accuracy
Safety and risks of taking the test
Availability of the test
Patient experiences of the test
Time-frame of test-to-results
Other (please specify):
What do you think is most important when testing for gynaecological cancers? (e.g., comfort, accuracy, speed, being informed)
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Comfort
Accuracy
Speed of test procedure
Location of test (e.g. GP or hospital)
Timeliness of results
Being informed
Other (please specify):
Section 4: Final Thoughts
Is there anything else you'd like to share about your experience, views or preferences?
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Thank you for your time and input
Your responses will help researchers better understand women's needs and concerns in cancer testing and shape future innovations.
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