I have a family history of cancer
A repeated pattern of cancer in a family may raise questions about inherited cancer risk. Genetic testing may help clarify whether specialized cancer genetics assessment is relevant.
This path may fit when
These points are not a diagnosis. They help you understand whether this starting point may match your question.
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Several family members have had cancer.
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Cancer appeared at a young age in the family.
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There is breast, ovarian, colorectal, pancreatic, prostate, or other cancer history that raises concern.
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A known cancer-related variant was found in a relative.
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You need to understand whether hereditary cancer testing may be useful.
How Mass Diagnostics can help
Mass Diagnostics can help you understand whether a cancer genetics route may be relevant and guide you to the appropriate service or physician referral pathway.
Suggested cancer genetics services
These services are commonly relevant when the question involves family cancer history or a known familial variant.
Cancer Carrier Screen Test
Cancer Carrier Screening helps identify inherited genetic variants associated with an increased risk of developing certain types of cancer.
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Familial Variant Test
Familial Variant Testing helps determine whether relatives carry a previously identified genetic variant that has already been detected within the family.
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Specific Panels
Specific Panels analyze a selected group of genes associated with a particular disease, symptom, or clinical specialty, providing a focused and efficient testing approach.
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Send your question, symptoms, referral, or family history. The Mass Diagnostics team will help guide the next step.