What is genetic screening and testing for genes?

1. What is genetic cancer testing?

According to the American Cancer Society, between 5% and 10% of all cancers are related to a genetic mutation that is inherited. However, having the mutant gene does not mean you will get cancer. This just means that you have a higher risk of getting a certain type of cancer.

The test can look for many genetic mutations and predict the likelihood of cancer. This type of test is especially needed for the following subjects:

• Family member (mother, father, grandfather, grandmother ...) or a relative who is close to cancer.

• The family member performs genetic tests to find the mutation.

Some types of cancer can be passed down for generations

2. Genetic cancer test at CarePlus - Accurate, reliable, and comprehensive for Vietnamese 

CarePlus International Clinic is operated by CityClinic Vietnam Company Limited. With the desire to provide customers with the best care services, especially early detection of cancer, CarePlus is currently providing genetic testing packages with a variety of different prices.

In terms of the procedure, genetic testing for cancer is done by taking blood from the blood vessels of the elbow or wrist. Your blood sample will be tested for quality, analysis - data aggregation at the CAP standard laboratory in Hong Kong, followed by data evaluation by Singapore Precision Medicine Center Pte. Ltd. After about 20 days (from the day the lab receives the blood sample), you will receive the results and consult the experts at CarePlus. Not stopping there, you can also receive further consultation with a Singapore doctor if required.

Gene testing at CarePlus is highly accurate and secure.

With the procedure, CarePlus genetic screening packages offer many outstanding advantages to customers. Specifically:

• Credibility: The test is performed at a modern laboratory in Hong Kong with the new generation of Gene Sequencing Technology NGS, meets the standards of the College of American Pathologists, and is certified ISO for security and management systems. 

• Specialized for Asians: In addition to global genetic data, CarePlus also cooperates with BGI - Genebank specialized for Asians - to access to the most comprehensive and most relevant Asian genetic data. This is also the biggest difference between CarePlus from other genetic screening service providers.

• The international team of experts: When choosing genetic testing packages at CarePlus, you can rest assured by the test results analyzed by international experts from Hong Kong and Singapore.

3. List of cancer testing packages by gene at CarePlus

Before taking blood for genetic testing, you do not need any special preparation.

3.1. Screening for breast and ovarian cancer

Geneplus test for breast and ovarian cancer (2 genes)

BRCA1 and BRCA2 are tumor suppressor genes. If a copy of either gene is mutated in the germ cell, breast cancer syndrome and hereditary ovarian cancer (HBOC) are most likely to occur.

Statistically, mutations BRCA1 and BRCA2 cause:

• About 25% of all breast cancers are inherited.

• 10% of all breast cancers.

• 15% of all ovarian cancer cases.

Cost-effective Geneplus screening package for breast and ovarian cancer focused on BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations. As a result, even the smallest mutations in these 2 genes will be detected quickly.

Geneplus test for breast and ovarian cancer (26 genes)

Besides BRCA1 and BRCA2, there are also many other genetic mutations that have been linked to breast and ovarian cancers. Therefore, CarePlus offers a Geneplus test to screen for 26-gene ovarian and breast cancer to increase accuracy.

The list of genes in the examination package includes:

• BRCA1

• BRCA2

• CHEK2

• PALB2

• BRIP1

• TP53

• PTEN

• STK11

• CDH1

• ATM

• BARD1

• MLH1

• MRE11A

• MSH2

• MSH6

• MUTYH

• NBN

• PMS1

• PMS2

• RAD50

• RAD51C

• RAD51D

• NF1

• EPCAM

• SMARCA4

• HOXB13

3.2. Geneplus test screens 79 genes in men and women

Understanding the importance of detecting cancer early, CarePlus offers a genetic cancer screening package up to 79 genes for both men and women. 

4. Benefits of genetic cancer testing

Genetic cancer testing methods are widely chosen by many people as well as appreciated by experts. Not only help to detect a bad gene that increases cancer risk but also the percentage of carrying the bad gene to the offspring.

Especially at CarePlus, based on specific genetic and physical analysis, you will also receive advice from leading doctors in the field of healthy lifestyle. Therefore, the risk of getting sick or dying from cancer will be significantly reduced, while saving money and time in the long run.

The genetic analysis at CarePlus also tells you which sport is right for your condition.

With these amazing benefits, genetic cancer testing is popular in many countries around the world. Contact CarePlus to learn more:

• Hotline: 1800 6116

• Email: info@careplusvn.com

• Fanpage: CarePlus Clinic Vietnam