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Cancer Genetics
Women's satisfaction with BRCA1/2 genetic counseling varies
January 20th, 2005
According to a study from the United States, "Women who participate in BRCA1/2 cancer genetic counseling do so for a variety of reasons, including learning quantitative risk information about their chances of developing hereditary breast-ovarian cancer at some point during their lifetimes." "For these women, obtaining pre-test and disclosure genetic counseling with a professional affords them numerous potential benefits, including adequate preparation for, and accurate interpretation of, their test results. In consequence, women commonly report being highly satisfied with their cancer genetic counseling experience, even if the information learned through testing...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-01-20)
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