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geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test

geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test Includes 21 testsView All
You need to provide
Sputum, Blood
This test is for
Male, Female

Understanding geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test


What is geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test?

Inherited genetic mutations can increase your cancer risk by up to 40 times. GeneCORE Predict test predicts your risk of up to 22 major cancers (refer below) by screening for mutations in 98 genes using the advanced Next Generation Sequencing-based technology.                                         
 
**This test also includes complimentary pre- and post-test genetic counseling to guide you step-by-step through the whole process.
 

What is geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test used for?

Knowing your risk means you can work with your doctor on a screening program. This may include starting at a younger age or getting screened more frequently so cancer can be detected early. Your doctor may prescribe preventative medication to reduce cancer risk. Individuals at a higher risk for cancer can benefit from taking FDA-approved drugs to lower the chance of developing certain cancers. 

This test is recommended for:

  1. Healthy individuals who want to know if they are at an increased risk for cancer.

  2. Individuals with a family history of cancer:

  3. Individuals in certain ethnic groups that have an increased risk for certain cancers.

  4. Individuals with cancer who want to understand if their cancer was hereditary and if they are at an increased risk for other cancers.

What does geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test measure?

Contains 21 tests

Thyroid cancer

Pancreatic cancer

Prostate Cancer

Ovarian cancer

Skin Cancer

Pancreatic Endo Cancer

Head and Neck cancer

Brain Cancer

Skin Basal Cell Cancer

Colon Cancer

Endometrial Cancer

Gastric Cancer

Rectal Cancer

Kidney Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

Pheochromocytoma

Sex Cord Tumors

Bone Sarcomas

Soft Tissue Sarcomas

Bladder cancer

Breast cancer

Interpreting geneCORE Predict – Hereditary Cancer Risk Test results


Interpretations

Positive results would suggest the presence of a gene mutation and the person who has taken the test may be at an increased risk of developing cancer associated with that mutation. You will get a complimentary genetic counseling session to understand your test results and any questions you may have. 

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