# Genetic Counseling & Testing **Table of Contents** **Table of Contents** [About This Service](#section-overview "About This Service") [When Genetic Counseling and Testing May be Recommended](#section-11646 "When Genetic Counseling and Testing May be Recommended") [Patients That May Benefit](#section-11326 "Patients That May Benefit") ## About This Service Genetic counseling and testing help identify whether a person has an inherited risk for certain types of cancer. During a genetic counseling visit, a certified genetic counselor reviews your personal and family history of cancer, discusses whether the pattern suggests a hereditary condition, and determines whether genetic testing may be helpful. While most cancers are not inherited, about 10 percent are linked to genetic mutations that can be passed down in families. Understanding your risk can help guide screening, prevention, and treatment decisions for you and your loved ones, and in some cases, the results of genetic testing can also influence which cancer treatments may be most effective. Genetic testing is usually done with a simple blood draw or saliva sample. If a hereditary cancer risk is identified, genetic counselors work closely with your medical team to create a personalized plan that may include earlier or more frequent screenings, risk-reducing strategies, or other preventive care. Genetic counseling can also help inform family members who may share the same inherited risk. At The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, our certified genetic counselors work closely with patients and families to understand hereditary cancer risk and guide next steps. They partner with CCBD oncologists, surgeons, and primary care providers to create personalized screening and prevention plans. Many patients are referred by their doctor, but individuals with questions about inherited cancer risk are encouraged to speak with their care team about scheduling a genetic counseling appointment. ## When Genetic Counseling and Testing May be Recommended You may benefit from meeting with a genetic counselor if: - Several relatives on the same side of your family have had cancer - A family member was diagnosed with cancer at a young age - You or a close relative have been diagnosed with multiple cancers - A rare cancer appears in your family - You have a known hereditary cancer mutation in your family - Your clinician believes genetic testing could help guide your treatment ## Patients That May Benefit Our supportive services nurture the whole person, mind, body, and spirit, helping patients undergoing treatment manage side effects, find comfort, and promote well-being through every stage of care. 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