In adultonset genomic conditions, such as hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC), Lynch syndrome and familial hypercholesterolaemia, certain DNA variants confer high risk of developing future disease.1 DNA screening for… Click to show full abstract
In adultonset genomic conditions, such as hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC), Lynch syndrome and familial hypercholesterolaemia, certain DNA variants confer high risk of developing future disease.1 DNA screening for these conditions could thereby identify medically actionable genetic risk factors, prompting timely risk management and informed decision making from early adulthood to facilitate early detection or prevention.2 Despite this opportunity, diagnostic rates for these conditions remain low,24 limited by restricted access to genetic testing and lack of awareness.
               
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