Genetic Testing is for men with a strong family history of prostate cancer, they might be offered genetic testing to identify mutations like BRCA1, BRCA2, or HOXB13, which can increase prostate cancer risk. Ask your GP.
The purpose of genetic screening is to find treatment approaches based on genetic predisposition to aggressive prostate cancer.
Having Jewish ancestry will increase your risk of having a BRCA gene fault, there is a national BRCA gene testing programme you can access here > https://jewishbrca.org/
If you or someone you know is affected by prostate, testicular or penile cancer, our free patient and family support groups across Devon and Cornwall offer a space to connect with others who understand what you’re going through.
