Genetic Testing

A nurse-led cancer genetics program embedded within an oncology clinic appeared associated with a significant increase in genetic testing rates vs. a telegenetics service among Black veterans, according to a study in JCO Oncology Practice.

Population genomic screening for Lynch syndrome, familial hypercholesterolemia and hereditary breast and ovarian cancer may be cost-effective for adults aged younger than 40 years if the cost is “relatively low,” researchers reported.

It remains unclear whether continuous glucose monitoring benefits people without diabetes, researchers reported.

Genetic testing can be used to confirm a congenital hypothyroidism diagnosis for children, according to findings published in the European Thyroid Journal.

A cloud-based chatbot considerably improved identification of high-risk pathogenic variants in cancer genes, according to study results.

Community oncologists who received peer coaching from cancer genetics experts more frequently ordered genetic testing for their patients, according to study results.

Guidelines are urgently needed to ensure inclusion of men of African ancestry in genetic testing for advanced, early-onset and familial prostate cancers, according to research in Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

Germline genetic testing has become an increasingly valuable tool for patients with various malignancies, including prostate cancer.

For decades, molecular genetics has allowed researchers to identify links between specific genes and heritable diseases.

As genetic counselors, we help patients to make informed decisions about genetic testing.