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My dads sister (my aunt) died of breast cancer and her daughter also got breast cancer. both under age 50. should i have brca gene testing done?
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See below: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/genetics/brca-fact-sheet Visit this site for information and talk to your doctor. Ask yourself, "What will I do, if I test positive for the defective gene?"
Answered 7/11/2019
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