Are there screening options for familial melanoma?

Melanoma screen: All individuals with a family history of melanoma should be screened at least once per year for signs of early melanoma. Melanoma is 99 percent curable if found early, whereas if found late carries a very high mortality rate.

Genetic testing: There is genetic testing available for a form of familial melanoma which is also associated with pancreatic cancer (cdkn2a). Best thing to do is to speak to a genetic counsellor if you have a strong family history of melanoma. However, the most important thing to do is to see a dermatologist on a regular basis for complete skin checks. Remember early detection can=cure.

Yes: There is a genetic test provided by myriad genetics that look for mutation in the p16 gene that causes familial melanoma.