Hereditary cancer is the type of cancer that runs in a family. It is caused by gene changes (mutations) that are passed from one generation to the next. Inheriting a gene mutation for cancer can significantly increase a person’s risk of developing specific types of cancer.
Hereditary cancers account for nearly 10% of all cancer cases, which means that almost 1 of every 10 cancers is a result of a gene mutation that is passed down in a family.
Of new cancer cases reported in the UAE were in the 20 to 49-year-old age group
Of all cancers are hereditary
Hereditary cancer testing is recommended if you witness any of the following signs:
First Genomix uses a comprehensive panel test that covers up to 345 genes known to be associated with hereditary cancers. The test utilizes NGS technology to detect inherited gene mutations that may elevate a person’s risk for the following cancers:
First Genomix uses a comprehensive panel test that covers up to 345 genes known to be associated with hereditary cancers. The test utilizes NGS technology to detect inherited gene mutations that may elevate a person’s risk for the following cancers:
Many individuals are unknowingly at risk for developing hereditary cancer, while others may suffer from undiagnosed complex hereditary cancer syndromes.
Hereditary cancer testing plays a significant role in:
Helping identify at-risk family members which encourages them to make preventive lifestyle
changes
Increasing the chances of early cancer detection which allows early intervention
Allowing consideration of risk-reducing preventive surgeries