Getting both of those tests may make sense, but it’s a little too early to get a somatic test. As long as you live in the United States, you can get the hereditary test for free at

Prostatecancerpromise.org

Don’t check the box that you want your doctor involved or they won’t send you the kit until after talking to your doctor.

Takes about three weeks for the results and A genetic counselor will call you to discuss the results. You will also get a printout of the results.

The somatic test can tell you, whether or not the cancer itself has created genetic anomalies. If they have, you can get treatment for some of the things found. They can use blood or tissue for the somatic test.