Who should consider
BRCA testing?
BRCA testing is typically recommended for individuals who have a personal or family history of breast, ovarian, or certain other cancers that may be related to an inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation. In general, BRCA testing may be considered for individuals who meet one or more of the following criteria :
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Personal history of breast cancer : Individuals who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, particularly those diagnosed at a young age or who have multiple primary breast cancers, may be considered for BRCA testing.
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Personal history of ovarian cancer : Individuals who have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, particularly those diagnosed at a young age or who have a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, may be considered for BRCA testing.
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Family history of breast or ovarian cancer : Individuals with a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, particularly those with a known BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation in a family member, may be considered for BRCA testing.
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Male: Breast Cancer doesn't happen only to women! Breast cancer in males is a rare malignancy with an estimated rate of 0.5-1% and is usually found in elderly men.
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Ethnicity : Individuals of Ashkenazi (Eastern European) Jewish descent are at higher risk of carrying a BRCA mutation and may be considered for BRCA testing, About 1 in 40 individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish descent carry one of these mutations.
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Personal history of pancreatic cancer : Research has shown that individuals with a personal history of pancreatic cancer may have an increased risk of carrying a BRCA mutation. These individuals should consider BRCA testing to determine their risk.
What are the risks of testing positive for the BRCA gene mutation?
If you test positive for a BRCA gene mutation, it does not mean that you will definitely develop breast or ovarian cancer. However, it does mean that your risk of developing these types of cancer is significantly higher than someone without a mutation. Your healthcare provider will work with you to develop a personalized plan to help reduce your risk as much as possible.
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According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), In India, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, accounting for 27% of all new cancer cases in women.
- Every 4 minutes an Indian woman is diagnosed with breast cancer!
- One woman dies of breast cancer every 13 minutes in India.
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