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Cancer Diagnosis - Genetic Testing
What is genetic testing
Genetic testing may help to show if you’ve inherited certain diseases. A sample of blood or tissue is usually taken for genetic testing.
- Types of Genetic Testing
- These are the three main types of genetic testing: chromosome studies, DNA studies, and biochemical genetic studies.
- Uses of Genetic Testing
- What are the uses of genetic testing which may be important for me to know
- Before Undergoing Genetic Testing
- Testing for mutations in genes that give an increased risk for cancer is complicated.
- DNA Testing For Cancer Genetic Susceptibility Genes
- There are a growing number of genes being discovered that predispose a person to developing cancer for which testing is available.
