If I have a relative who has had breast cancer and/or ovarian cancer, why should I get genetic testing done?

A woman is at risk of having the same genetic mutation of RAD51C as a relative (cousin, sibling, aunt, mother).  If you are aware of relatives who have had breast cancer or ovarian cancer, it is paramount that you seek genetic testing as well.

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