General Information About the Test
Test Process and Preparation
Individuals who have more than one first-degree relative diagnosed with cancer at a young age (under 50), patients who develop primary tumors in both breasts or in multiple organs, and individuals determined to be in a high-risk group following genetic counseling should have this panel done.
No. Being a mutation carrier (e.g., BRCA positivity) means that your risk of developing that cancer over your lifetime is much higher compared to the general population. However, this result offers the opportunity to prevent cancer from ever occurring through more frequent follow-ups, early screening programs, and even preventive (prophylactic) surgeries.
It is performed with a routine tube of blood taken from the arm, undergoing a sensitive sequencing process in the laboratory that takes weeks. It does not require fasting or a full stomach. The most important step is to receive counseling accompanied by a "Genetic Expert" who will interpret the results.
The information on this page is for informational purposes only. The results of medical tests must be evaluated by specialist physicians.
