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If I have the BRCA gene, why should my family also get genetic testing?
If you have been found to carry a BRCA gene mutation, your relatives are also at risk of... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why should I get genetic testing if I know I'm at risk for breast cancer?
Genetic testing can assist individuals in further clarifying their risk of both breast and... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I prevent ovarian cancer if I have a BRCA mutation?
Unfortunately, we don’t yet have good screening tools to detect ovarian cancer at an early... Full Answer12/31/1969
If I'm at high risk for breast cancer, when should I begin screening tests?
In the setting of BRCA mutation or family history of a BRCA mutation, young women are... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is genetic testing for triple negative breast cancer covered by insurance?
Generally, yes. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network has recently revised their guidelines... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why know my family's medical history if I'm getting tested for BRCA?
Family history helps to guide your physician team and genetics specialist as to what genes to... Full Answer12/31/1969
What percentage of breast cancer cases are due to the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes?
There are different genes that play a role in genetic breast cancer, but BRCA1 and BRCA2 are... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the benefits of genetic testing for the BRCA breast cancer genes?
Benefits of genetic testing for the BRCA genes include clarifying personal and familial cancer... Full Answer12/31/1969
Who should consider genetic testing for the BRCA breast cancer genes?
Individuals should consider a genetic test is if they have a personal or family history of... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations for breast cancer?
BRCA1 and BRCA2 are tumor suppressor genes, with a primary function of regulating cell growth... Full Answer12/31/1969
If I'm at risk for breast cancer, will insurance cover genetic counseling?
For the most part, insurance does cover genetic counseling. For the consultation, if there is a... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the risk factors for hereditary breast cancer?
The risk factors for hereditary breast cancer include multiple cases of breast cancer in the... Full Answer12/31/1969
Should I get genetic testing for breast cancer if I am a man?
Men as well as women can carry breast cancer predisposing genetic mutations. Men with BRCA... Full Answer12/31/1969
