WHAT IS BRCA GENE TEST & HOW IS IT USEFUL

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BRCA, Breast cancer gene is a part of human body that suppresses the chances of causing breast cancer. This gene helps in the the recovery of DNA breaks that can lead to tumours and cancer in future. BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 are two different types of breast cancer gene in the human body that maintains the balance of the body. When these two genes doesn’t function properly, the suppression of tumour is failed leading to the cause of breast cancer. .

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Even though the accurate precision of the disease causing factors are still obscure, the medical field has found out some of the major risk factors that lead to breast cancer.

Age Personal health history Family hereditary health history Dense breast tissue Genetic disorders .

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Breast cancer can be diagnosed by undergoing multiple lab tests. As this health condition requires accurate precision of the mutated gene, doctors prefer many test procedures after getting into a final conclusion.

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Diagnostic mammogram Ultrasound MRI Biopsy Lab tests .

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What is BRCA Gene Testing Testing procedure conducted while the mutation of BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 genes occur. BRCA test are highly recommended for patients who comes under the high risk category of getting breast cancer.


BRCA gene testing process A health care professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood will be collected into a test tube or vial. You may feel a little sting when the needle goes in or out. This usually takes less than five minutes.

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