genetic testing Archives

More genetic testing needed for ovarian cancer patients, new research suggests

The prevalence of genetic testing in the United States falls short of the recommended guidelines for women with ovarian cancer, new research indicates.

My relative has cancer, should I worry? Encouraging cascade genetic testing

Online outreach and low-cost testing can encourage relatives of cancer patients to assess their own cancer risk through 'cascade' testing.

Test results unraveled: Understanding mysterious genetic variants for heart disease

Stanford researchers use gene editing and stem cell technologies to determine whether to worry — or not — about mysterious genetic test results.

Breast cancer patients increasingly receive multigene testing

Women with breast cancer are increasingly receiving multigene genetic testing rather than just screening for the BRCA mutations, new research suggests.

Helping families assess their hereditary cancer risk

Stanford’s Cancer Genetics Program helps assess families' hereditary cancer risks and guide patients to make informed choices about prevention and treatment.