Could Breast Cancer be in your genes?

What is BRCA1 and BRCA2?

Cancer related genes Helps repair damaged DNA

BRCA Mutations increase the risk of:

Breast Cancer Ovarian Cancer Prostate Cancer Pancreatic Cancer

When is BRCA 1 & 2 tests recommended?

Personal history of breast cancer, especially if diagnosed before age 50. Personal history of ovarian cancer. Family history of breast or ovarian cancer in multiple relatives Pre and post genetic counselling is available with this test

Interpretation of BRCA Test:

Positive : Detection of BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 mutation Negative : No Detection of BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 mutation Uncertain : Potentially harmful BRCA gene mutation

Could Breast Cancer be in your genes?

What is BRCA1 and BRCA2?

BRCA Mutations increase the risk of:

When is BRCA 1 & 2 tests recommended?

Interpretation of BRCA Test:

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