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- BRCA Gene Changes: Cancer Risk and Genetic Testing
What are BRCA1 and BRCA2? BRCA1 (BReast CAncer gene 1) and BRCA2 (BReast CAncer gene 2) are genes that produce proteins that help repair damaged DNA Everyone has two copies of each of these genes—one copy inherited from each parent
- BRCA: The Breast Cancer Gene - BRCA Mutations Risks
Every human has both the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes Despite what their names might suggest, BRCA genes do not cause breast cancer In fact, these genes normally play a big role in preventing breast cancer They help repair DNA breaks that can lead to cancer and the uncontrolled growth of tumors
- BRCA gene test for breast and ovarian cancer risk - Mayo Clinic
The BRCA gene test looks for DNA changes that increase the risk of breast cancer and ovarian cancer It uses a sample of blood or saliva to look for the changes
- BRCA1 - Wikipedia
BRCA1 is a caretaker gene (responsible for repairing DNA [7]), a type of tumor suppressor gene [8][9] BRCA1 and BRCA2 are unrelated proteins, [10] but both are normally expressed in the cells of breast and other tissues, where they help repair damaged DNA, or destroy cells if DNA cannot be repaired
- What to know after learning you have a BRCA mutation
Mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes increase your risk for breast, ovarian and other cancers A breast medical oncologist and a genetic counselor share what to know after learning you carry a BRCA mutation
- What Is BRCA1? About the BRCA1 Mutation and More - BCRF
What is the BRCA1 gene? BRCA1 (BReast CAncer gene 1) is a gene that, when mutated, is associated with an increased risk of several cancers including breast cancer, and, particularly, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC)
- The Role of BRCA Mutations in Breast Cancer - Verywell Health
BRCA mutations are the most common ones linked to breast cancer If you are positive, it can significantly increase your risk of developing the disease
- Managing Risk for Hereditary Breast, Ovarian, and Related Cancers
Discuss the possible risks and benefits with a doctor knowledgeable about medical management for people with BRCA gene mutations Women with BRCA gene mutations are more likely to get breast and ovarian cancer than other women
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