STAT Reasons and Ordering Outcomes for Hereditary Breast Cancer Genetic Testing.

Date:
Wednesday, Apr 13, 2016 11:00am – 12:00pm
Conference:
ASBrS 2016
Authors:
Caroline Elsas, Dr. Robina Smith, Emily Dalton, Holly Laduca, Jill Dolinsky, Michelle Jackson, Patrick Reineke, Sara Calicchia

When indicated based on personal and family history, women facing a diagnosis of breast cancer often undergo hereditary cancer genetic testing. Turnaround times for genetic testing range from seven days to four weeks and vary based on genes analyzed, technology, and laboratory workflow.