One more thing to add about the teleconference...

[Guest guest]

Hi all,

The one thing that I was happy to hear came from Dr. Druker at the end

of the conference.

He mentioned that Novartis is going to kick off a new program, next

year, regarding serum level testing.

I'm very interested in having my levels checked. They said that due

to different metabolisms, the drug may be stronger in some people more

than others. (I think my metabolism has really slowed down after

diagnosis at 41), and deal with many side effects on 400 mg.. I'd love

to see where I fall.

Did anyone else hear this information too?

Thanks, Lynn

Dx: 12/03