Determining If Genetic Testing Is Appropriate for Cancer Risk

Welcome to Cancer Questions with Dana-Farber. Today's cancer question is: How do I know if I should do genetic testing for cancer risk? In this episode, Huma Rana, MD, MPH, Clinical Director of Cancer Genetics and Prevention, highlights the recommendations for genetic testing for cancer risk. Germline DNA testing is recommended for individuals with: - A diagnosis of breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, early onset endometrial, or colorectal cancers. - Rare cancer diagnosis. - A strong family history of cancers. Want to learn more about cancer genetics and cancer prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/patient-family/cancer-prevention-risk Subscribe for more videos about cancer risk and prevention! 00:00 Introduction 00:11 Germline DNA Testing 00:22 Genetic Cancer Risk Testing Recommendations 00:47 Family History of Cancer Risk Recommendations 01:16 Deciding to Have Germline Genetic Testing