OvarianGene looks at 9 genes which cause an increased risk of ovarian cancer.
The following genes are tested:
Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer in women. In the general population women have a 1.5% risk of ovarian cancer, with 75% being diagnosed after the age of 55. Most ovarian cancers occur by chance, however up to 20% is hereditary and in some families it may be possible to find the genetic change (mutation) which is responsible for the cancer. This allows appropriate cancer screening and risk- reducing options.
Any individual with high grade serious ovarian cancer is eligible for genetic testing.
It is important to be aware that hereditary ovarian cancer can be present on either the maternal (mother’s) or paternal (father’s) side of the family.
Genetic testing can help determine the best chemotherapies as well as to determine the risk of cancer within a family and guide appropriate cancer screening. Depending on the specific genetic risk different screening tests can be arranged and risk- reducing strategies can be considered.
There are 3 possible results:
The cost for OvarianGene is £1400 which includes pre- and post-test counselling.
Book an initial 1 hour consultation for only £150 and find out if you are at risk
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