Prnewswire·2025-03-20 12:31Core Insights - The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) has updated its Clinical Practice Guidelines to include non-endoscopic biomarker testing, such as Lucid's EsoGuard Esophageal DNA Test, as an acceptable alternative to invasive endoscopy for detecting esophageal precancer [1][2] Company Overview - Lucid Diagnostics Inc. is a commercial-stage cancer prevention medical diagnostics company focused on patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who are at risk of developing esophageal precancer and cancer [3] - The EsoGuard Esophageal DNA Test is designed for early detection of esophageal precancer in at-risk patients and is performed using the EsoCheck Esophageal Cell Collection Device, which allows for a noninvasive office procedure [3] Industry Impact - The alignment of NCCN Guidelines with multiple gastroenterology society guidelines on Barrett's Esophagus (BE) screening is expected to positively influence commercial insurance policy coverage decisions, thereby expanding access to EsoGuard testing [2]