FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our genetic testing and services.
General Questions
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Jewish Genetic Testing
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Should I consider testing if I don't have a personal or family history of cancer?
Yes. The panel is appropriate for anyone interested in learning more about their hereditary cancer risks. While the chance of identifying a mutation may be lower, anyone can carry a change in a cancer gene. Individuals with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry have a higher chance to carry a mutation in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, even without a personal or family history of cancer.
Please note that without a personal or family history, insurance coverage is expected to be less likely.
If my health insurance company learns I am positive for a mutation in a cancer gene, will my insurance coverage or premiums change?
According to Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), health insurance companies cannot change your coverage, eligibility or premiums based on the results of your genetic testing or the health conditions in your family. Please visit www.ginahelp.org for more information and exceptions to the law as it can depend on the type of insurance and where you live.
Other types of insurance, such as life, disability and long-term care, do not have restrictions about using your genetic information to set their plans; each state has its own mandates regarding the use of genetic information. Please visit the National Human Genome Research Institute website for more information on the laws in your state.
Does jscreen offer compatibility/matching services?
jscreen does not provide compatibility services or anonymous matching. However, with consent from both partners, we can provide results to both partners together in a joint genetic counseling session or can provide a joint risk-assessment letter.
What is the hereditary cancer panel?
jscreen provides access to a cancer genetic testing panel that looks for mutations (or genetic changes) in 48 genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, that are related to hereditary cancer. Each cancer gene on the panel is associated with specific cancer types and varying degrees of risk.
To view a complete list of genes on the panel, click here.
Should I consider testing if I have a current cancer diagnosis?
Yes. Genetic testing can help inform decisions about cancer treatments, including surgery, medications, clinical trials, and future surveillance. It can also be informative for other family members if a genetic risk is identified.
Note: please contact us HERE prior to registration if you have a current or past diagnosis of a hematological malignancy (blood cancer) or have received a stem cell or bone marrow transplant.