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Hereditary genetic testing can play a vital role in identifying cancer risks and informing care for individuals with prostate cancer and their families. This study evaluated the impact of integrating a dedicated genetic counselor into a multidisciplinary prostate cancer clinic. Following this change, referrals for genetic counseling and completion of genetic testing rose significantly. More patients were found to carry inherited genetic mutations that could affect their care and guide risk assessment for relatives. These findings highlight the value of a specialized prostate cancer genetic counselor in improving access to genetic testing and helping families better understand and manage hereditary cancer risk. (https:\/\/jmg.bmj.com\/content\/early\/2025\/06\/17\/jmg-2025-110755<\/a> )<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Hereditary genetic testing can play a vital role in identifying cancer risks and informing care for individuals with prostate cancer and their families. This study evaluated the impact of integrating a dedicated genetic counselor into a multidisciplinary prostate cancer clinic. Following this change, referrals for genetic counseling and completion of genetic testing rose significantly. More […]<\/p>\n

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