Gene mutations and a family history of disease can increase your risk for developing certain types of cancer, including prostate cancer. In recognition of Movember, and in order to make it easier to access potentially meaningful genetic information, we are offering a promotional out-of-pocket rate of $115 for genetic counseling through November 2021. Learn about insurance coverage.
Understand Your
Risk of Developing
Cancer, So You
Can Take Action
Understand
Your Risk of
Developing
Cancer, So You
Can Take Action
Gene mutations and a family history of disease can increase your risk for developing certain types of cancer, including prostate cancer. In recognition of Movember, and in order to make it easier to access potentially meaningful genetic information, we are offering a promotional out-of-pocket rate of $115 for genetic counseling through November 2021. Learn about insurance coverage.
How Does it Work?
Let’s navigate genetic testing and counseling for cancer, together. We’re here to help.
PROSTATE CANCER BY THE NUMBERS
What You Should Know
10-15% of new prostate cancer cases are genetic.
1 out of every 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the United States. Across the country, there are more than 3.25 million men living with the disease.
If you’re over 50, you should talk to your doctor about PSA testing. If you’re African American, you need to start that conversation at 45. If you have a brother or father with prostate cancer in their history, do it at 45.
PROSTATE CANCER BY THE NUMBERS
What You Should Know
10-15% of new prostate cancer cases are genetic.
1 out of every 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the United States. Across the country, there are more than 3.25 million men living with the disease.
If you’re over 50, you should talk to your doctor about PSA testing. If you’re African American, you need to start that conversation at 45. If you have a brother or father with prostate cancer in their history, do it at 45.
Genetic Testing for Cancer
Get to know the two types of genetic testing for cancer.
Genetic Testing for Cancer
Get to know the two types of genetic testing for cancer.
Hereditary Cancer Testing
Genetic testing for hereditary cancer looks for gene mutations in what are called germline cells, which are passed from parent to child. Germline DNA mutations in certain genes associated with cancer risk are inherited mutations and cause increased cancer risk to different generations in a family.
GENETIC TESTING MAY ALLOW YOU TO:
- Take proactive measures to help reduce your risk for cancer or allow for early detection
- Help you and your health providers make more informed decisions about your health care
- Inform your family members who may also be at risk for cancer, so they too can take proactive measures for their own health
TUMOR Testing
Tumor testing is a different type of genetic testing for cancer. This is done on a cancer tumor or cancer tumor cells to look for gene mutations in the tumor cell’s DNA—sort of like cancer genetics. Tumor testing is NOT intended to be genetic testing for hereditary cancer. Tumor testing only looks for gene mutations in what are called somatic cells in the tumor. Somatic gene mutations are not passed from parent to child.
GENETIC TESTING MAY ALLOW YOU TO:
- Diagnose a cancer
- Learn if certain treatments might be helpful for that specific type of cancer
- Learn about the chances of the cancer coming back
READY TO GET STARTED WITH A GENETIC COUNSELING APPOINTMENT?
Which Payment Option is Right for You?
This cost does not include genetic testing. Any genetic testing will need to be paid for separately.
Learn more about insurance coverage for genetic counseling and genetic testing.
READY TO GET STARTED WITH A GENETIC
COUNSELING APPOINTMENT?
Which Payment Option is Right for You?
This cost does not include genetic testing. Any genetic testing will need to be paid for separately. Learn more about insurance coverage for genetic counseling and genetic testing.
See What Our Patients Are Saying About Us
“Erica Schindewolf was absolutely amazing. She put my mind at ease and advised me in a way that answered all of my questions and made me feel comfortable.”
“Wonderful discussion with Ashley and Anna, both very knowledgeable, professional and prepared for our conversation. Greatly appreciated their help and guidance.”
“I think the type of services provided are superb and quite actionable in a quick matter that showed me they care and they take care of this stuff quickly so we can be informed and get results quickly.”
“I had a really helpful and productive conversation with the genetic counselor. She listened well and set reasonable expectations for what I can expect from my genetic tests. She was great!”
“Every question was answered and everything was explained so very clearly. I was very comfortable with my counselors who were very pleasant and very knowledgeable.”
“Natalie was great at taking the time to share her knowledge and gather important information needed to achieve my goal.”
“Mary Francis Garber was extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. She did an excellent job helping me understand the process and the implications of the testing.”
“Ashley was SO easy to talk to and was very clear and concise on her questions. She made me feel very comfortable and I learned a lot from her!”
“I am grateful for this potentially life-saving opportunity. Specifically, Katelyn Swade was fantastic, knowledgeable, reassuring and answered all of my questions. I will absolutely recommend this to friends and family suffering from similar ailments.”
“Ms. Sheryl Walker was extremely helpful, patient, very knowledgeable. She took the time to make sure I understood what she was telling me and if I didn’t she went into further detail. All the questions I had were answered. She made the counseling end of it easy.”
See What Our Patients Are Saying About Us
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“Erica Schindewolf was absolutely amazing. She put my mind at ease and advised me in a way that answered all of my questions and made me feel comfortable.”
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“Wonderful discussion with Ashley and Anna, both very knowledgeable, professional and prepared for our conversation. Greatly appreciated their help and guidance.”
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“I think the type of services provided are superb and quite actionable in a quick matter that showed me they care and they take care of this stuff quickly so we can be informed and get results quickly.”
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“I had a really helpful and productive conversation with the genetic counselor. She listened well and set reasonable expectations for what I can expect from my genetic tests. She was great!”
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“Every question was answered and everything was explained so very clearly. I was very comfortable with my counselors who were very pleasant and very knowledgeable.”
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“Natalie was great at taking the time to share her knowledge and gather important information needed to achieve my goal.”
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“Mary Francis Garber was extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. She did an excellent job helping me understand the process and the implications of the testing.”
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“Ashley was SO easy to talk to and was very clear and concise on her questions. She made me feel very comfortable and I learned a lot from her!”
