- The following tests and procedures will be performed at the time intervals specified: Research blood tests (Day 1 of study drug administration, day of surgery, day 1 of all cycles after surgery, day 14 of the first cycle after surgery); tissue samples (day of surgery); physical and neuro exams (day 1 of all cycles after surgery); skin exam (day 1 of all cycles after surgery and day 14 of the first cycle after surgery).