Hereditary Cancer Screening

CGX Testing (Hereditary Cancer Screening)

Problem

In 2018, there will be an estimated 1,735,350 new cancer cases diagnosed and 609,640 cancer deaths in the United States alone. (cancer.org)

Unfortunately, we ALL know people who have been diagnosed with cancer, and/or have passed away from cancer. For many, cancer seems a random and unavoidable nightmare.

In addition, general cancer screening isn’t promoted or taken advantage of nearly enough. Unfortunately, the physicians who do encourage their patients to participate in Hereditary Cancer Predisposition Testing are often utilizing clinical laboratories that test for a minimal number of gene-markers, which often miss the mark, and don’t provide patients with enough relevant clinical data to make an adequate determination.

Reaction:

Health care providers continually prescribe medications which leave a significant margin for error. Patients take medications often on a trial-and-error basis. Doses having to be adjusted based on the patient’s response.

The most effective medication and dosage

Solution

CGX Testing Can Help

Genetic Testing USA’ laboratory partner’s employ CGX panels which test for an industry leading 134-gene markers, which allow the provider and patient to understand if they are predisposed to acquiring cancer. Patients who qualify for the test include:

1st degree relatives with a history of cancer:

  • Parents
  • Siblings
  • Children

2nd degree relatives with a history of cancer

  • Grandparents
  • Grandchildren
  • Aunts / Uncles
  • Nephews / Nieces
  • Half-Siblings


Fortunately, many insurance providers cover this test if the patient has 1st or 2nd degree relatives with a history of cancer. Many insurance providers deeming the test a medical necessity. Taking the CGX test allows the patient to be proactive and learn as early as possible what changes need to be made if they are more predisposed to acquiring cancer. Taking advantage of this revolutionary test can save millions of lives. Providers who encourage patients to take the CGX test are providing a true difference for countless families.

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