Sharing genetic test results of germline pathogenic variants of hereditary cancer with relatives: A single-center cross-sectional study

ConclusionsThe rate of test result sharing with first-degree relatives was comparable with those in Europe and the USA. Patients with germline pathogenic variants also tended to share their test results more with their children and siblings than with their parents. Informing their relatives of the results was suggestive of the motivation to influence their relatives ’ health outcome and contribute to the well-being of their children and siblings.
Source: Japanese Journal of Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research