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Information, insight, experiences with Chek 2 Mutation diagnosis
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Nov 3 12:04pm | Replies (9)Comment receiving replies
Welcome to Mayo Connect. I happen to meet with a genetic counselor yesterday as part of a research study. Genetic testing is helpful for providers to know what patients are at higher risk and need to be monitored. Or, if already have a diagnosis, to determine treatment plans. I do not have check2, but based on genetic tests and family history I am at slightly higher risk for couple disease than general population.
Just because you have genetic mutation, does not mean you will get cancer, just at higher risk then normal population. Sounds like you are being monitored closely for breast cancer.
It is always helpful to discuss results with provider or genetic counselor.
Was the genetic testing order by your provider or done independently?
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It was ordered by my provider through advice from a women's clinic NPR I know. She suggested I ask about the Tapestry study for women my age (some genetic tests). My Mayo provider checked and Tapestry was closed, but she made an appt with genetics because of my family history of bc and heart disease. Medicare did pay for the testing. I am just trying to educate myself so we can have better discussions. BRAC 1/2, cholesterol/heart all negative, but there was Chek 2, positive. Thanks for the reply. I have an appt in Jan to discuss further.