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Genetic Testing for Cancer

The majority of people who have genetic testing for cancer, will not have an inherited gene fault found. This information can be reassuring for families.

Knowing your cancer risk may enable you to prevent cancer or detect cancer early, to improve the chance of successful cancer treatment.

We will discuss whether genetic testing may be helpful for you, organise the most appropriate test, explain the results and recommend strategies to reduce your cancer risk.

Individualised Assessment of Your Cancer Risk

Your cancer risk can be estimated based on your family history and/or genetic testing.

We will discuss steps you can take to prevent cancer or detect cancer early. When cancer is detected early, it increases the chances of successful treatment.

Genetic Testing for those Undergoing Cancer Treatment

If you are currently being treated for cancer, genetic testing may help you choose the best cancer treatment; such as the most appropriate surgery for breast cancer or whether targeted therapy may be beneficial.

You will be seen promptly and urgent testing can be arranged, if needed.

A Genetic Cause for Cancer Has Been Found in My Family

If a genetic or inherited cause for cancer has been found in your family, we can discuss what this may mean for you.

Genetic testing can clarify whether you have inherited the gene fault found in your family.

It is important to remember that not everyone with a gene fault will develop cancer. Together we can discuss the steps you can take to prevent cancer or detect a cancer early.