Question 6 -- Genetics

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Date Posted: 21:45:26 03/04/02 Mon
Author: Meg Strawhacker
Subject: Question 6

It is not completely positive or negative when you get the test results back. If their is an alteration in the gene that causes breast and ovarian cancer, there is 70% chance that you will develop the disease. This test is a good way to see if you are at risk, but not a good way to brand yourself a victim. However, on the flip side, if you receive the test results back and you do not have an alteration in the gene, that does not mean you are in the clear. Only a small percentage of breast cancer is transferred genetically. That leaves a wide percentage of people who develop the disease due to other causes. There is no black and white in this situaiton and it is best to play it safe and be checked out.

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