Which is cheaper, Foundation Medicine or Tempus?

Both cost the same at $Variable.

What is Foundation Medicine best for?

Foundation Medicine is best for:Cancer patients seeking targeted therapy options. Key features include:324-gene genomic panel|324 genes|FDA-approved companion diagnostic|Treatment matching

What is Tempus best for?

Tempus is best for:Cancer patients wanting AI-matched treatment options. Key features include:Largest genomic database|AI-powered insights|Clinical trial matching|Liquid + tissue options

What's the difference between Foundation Medicine and Tempus?

Foundation Medicine and Tempus are both cancer screening services. Compare their pricing, features, and methodology to find the best fit for your needs.

Foundation Medicine vs Tempus

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Foundation Medicine

FDA approved (CDx)

Variable

324 genes

Tempus

CLIA certified

Variable

648 genes

Test Performance

Feature	Foundation Medicine	Tempus
Price	Variable	Variable
Cancers Detected	324 genes	648 genes
Sensitivity	N/A	N/A
Specificity	N/A	N/A
Sample Type	Tumor tissue	Tumor tissue + blood
FDA Status	FDA approved (CDx)	CLIA certified

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