Case Studies - Genetic Testing Guide


	Case Studies

	Breast And Ovarian Cancer
		'Jane' A middle-aged woman with a family history of breast cancer must decide whether to take a genetic test.
		'Gale' A woman whose sister has ovarian cancer is worried about losing her insurance coverage.
		'Mary' A young woman is concerned about her risk for getting cancer. She visits a genetic counselor to learn more.
	Cystic Fibrosis
		'Stephen' A couple wants to start a family, but worry that they might pass along a gene that could lead to a child with cystic fibrosis.
	Colorectal Cancer
		'William' A father who survived cancer wants his daughter to be tested to see if she inherited an altered gene.

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