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What genes can tell us about cancer risks | Peter Attia & Wendy Chung — Whalespan

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What genes can tell us about cancer risks | Peter Attia & Wendy Chung

Peter Attia7m · 2023-08-29

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◐Partially SupportedThe number of genes tested in a breast cancer genetic screen is often a choice made by the doctor or patient, rather than a fixed panel.◐Partially SupportedApproximately 5% of cancers are linked to monogenic genes conferring moderate risk.◐Partially SupportedLiquid biopsies may be useful for monitoring individuals at high risk of cancer due to genetic profiles or exposures.◐Partially SupportedCertain genetic variants in BRCA1 or BRCA2 are more common in Ashkenazi Jewish populations.Partially Supported

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Somatic mutations in circulating cell-free DNA (cfDNA) can be detected as a 'liquid biopsy' to identify cancers, potentially before imaging detection.

✕Not SupportedLiquid biopsies are not yet ready for widespread regulatory screening for early-stage cancer detection.

◐Partially SupportedPolygenic risk scores are being researched for clinical implementation in cancer risk assessment but are not yet routinely used.

◐Partially SupportedGenetic testing of cheek or blood cells reflects inherited susceptibility rather than changes occurring in specific tissues over a lifetime.