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My brother the age of 6 died of leukemia before i was born and my grandfather also died of leukemia at a older age of 65.what are my chances?
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Genetic testing: Is available along with genetic counseling. Risk assesment depends if you carry particular genes or gene mutations. Please talk to your doctor
Answered 9/29/2016
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