Yes, our Genetic Risk Evaluation and Testing Program can identify if you have an increased risk for certain types of cancer, including breast cancer. While a person cannot inherit cancer, they can inherit a higher risk for developing it.
We are a part of Texas Oncology, and many of its locations provide an in-depth assessment for people with a strong personal or family history of cancer. While only five to 10 percent of cancers are from inherited gene mutations, genetic testing provides early detection and the opportunity to not only reduce the risk of cancer, but to save lives.
Our oncologists and genetic counselors have advanced training in genetic risk evaluation and testing. They can determine if you are a candidate and provide individualized analysis to identify your risk for hereditary cancer syndromes. Once testing is completed, we provide a comprehensive evaluation with recommendations and assistance with follow-up care.
If you have a family history of breast cancer, you should discuss genetic testing with their physicians. Mutations in the BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 genes and increases the risk for breast, ovarian, and other cancers. If genetic tests indicate you are BRCA-positive, there are a number of risk reduction strategies to discuss with your physician.
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