Two separate dependent variables were used as measures for intention to obtain BRCA testing: (1) "I plan to have a genetic test for breast cancer only if my insurance covers the cost"; and (2) "I plan to have a genetic test for breast cancer, even if I have to pay for it myself...
DNA research identifies 10 types of breast cancer, each of which could be treated differently. By Steve ConnorCancer is the quintessential genetic disease, so it comes as little surprise to find it has benefited most from the unravelling of the human genome - the blueprint of life written in...
At age 19, Kinsey tested positive for the BRCA1 gene mutation. A BRCA (breast cancer) gene mutation increases a person’s risk for developing several types of cancer, primarily breast cancer and ovarian cancer in women.Kinsey’s grandmother died of ovarian cancer at age 44, and her mother ...
Across cancer types, universal hereditary cancer genetic testing can help personalize your care approach1 Breast cancer Genetic testing informs breast cancer patient care. Learn more Colorectal cancer Genetic testing can help optimize colorectal cancer patient care. Learn more Ovarian cancer Over 20% of...
DNA research identifies 10 types of breast cancer, each of which could be treated differently. By Steve ConnorCancer is the quintessential genetic disease, so it comes as little surprise to find it has benefited most from the unravelling of the human genome - the blueprint of life written in...
DTC Testing for Cancer Susceptibility Now, imagine that a young mother has just lost her good friend to breastcancer. Her friend was in her forties and left behind young children. The woman is devastated by this loss, and she is determined to do everything she can to reduce herriskof brea...
Sometimes, having more than one breast cancer mutation increases the risk of developing breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or other types of cancer. Who Should Consider Genetic Testing Usually, genetic testing for breast cancer is done for people who have a strong family history of the disease. There...
Breast Cancer Awareness Monthwill cause many women to worry about their hereditary risk for developing the disease, especially if it runs in their family. Genetic testing can answer that piece of the puzzle for breast and many other types of cancer, as well as a variety of diseases. It used...
their decisions about the types of surgery to pursue—for example, a high risk of recurrence or a new breast cancer might persuade some to opt for more extensive surgery, such as a double mastectomy. Testing can also provide important information tofamily membersabout their potential cancer risk...
This scoping review aimed to map and synthesise what is known about health professionals' communication about genetic testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer with cancer patients. Four databases were systematically searched using a recognised scoping review method. Areas and types of research ...