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Genetic and Genomic Testing

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Published: July 3, 2019 by RHJ Producer

When most of us think of genetic testing for health, we imagine tests to detect whether we’ve inherited genes that predispose us for cancer or other serious disease. But another kind of gene testing—genomic testing of tumor cells for their susceptibility to targeted treatments—is giving thousands of people hope of survival they’ve never had before. Experts discuss both genetic and genomic testing.


Guest Information:

  • Jhulianna Centron, Senior Product Specialist, 23andMe
  • Dr. Marcia Brose, Associate Professor of Head & Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine & Abramson Cancer Center

Links for more info:

  • 23andMe – “People Want to Know About Potential Health Risks”
  • Dr. Marcia Brose – University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine & Abramson Cancer Center
Program #: 19-26Segment Type: Feature StoriesTopics: Cancer Treatment and Research| DNA and Genetics| Ethics| Family and Interpersonal Relationships| Genetic Testing| Philosophy and Ethics| Public Health| Public Health and Public Safety| Specialist| Surgery| TreatmentsMedical Conditions: CancerGuests: Dr. Marcia Brose| Jhulianna CentronInstitutions & Organizations: Abramson Cancer Center| University of PennsylvaniaProducers: Jason Dickey
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