Management of Genetic Risk

Family history information and genetic test results can help guide management decisions. For many conditions, guidelines exist for using genetic information to manage disease and risk. See the resources and courses below for more information about how family history and genetic testing data can be used for personalized patient management. 

Clinical Resources

Hereditary Cancer Management Guidelines Factsheet. Lists and links to evidence-based guidelines and professional society publications that address management of hereditary and familial cancer.

Genetically Related Cancers Tool. Lists the associated cancers and unique characteristics of common cancer susceptibility genes.

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Factsheet. Describes the clinical features, diagnosis, testing and genetics of familial adenomatous polyopsis (FAP) and attenuated FAP.

MUTYH-Associated Adenomatous Polyposis Factsheet. Describes the clinical features, diagnosis, testing and genetics of MUTYH-associated polyposis (MAP).

Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome Factsheet. Describes the clinical features, diagnosis, testing and genetics of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) syndrome.

Lynch Syndrome Factsheet. Describes the clinical features, diagnosis, testing and genetics of Lynch syndrome (hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer).

Communicating Risk Factsheet. Outlines key points to consider when communicating risk to patients.

Accessing Genetic Services Tool. Lists tools and websites to help find genetics professionals and provides patient talking points about referring to genetics. 

Components of a Cancer Genetic Counseling Session Factsheet. Discusses the core components of a cancer genetic counseling session.

Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues

GINA Discussion Guide. Provides talking points and key information about genetic discrimination and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), which protects individuals from the misuse of genetic information in health insurance and employment.

Educational Resources

The Value of Family History in Prenatal Care Practice Slide Set. Teaches about the value of family history in general prenatal care with case studies about family history collection and interpretation.

Online Courses

Free, self-directed programs for continuing education credit.

Using Family History to Inform Management. Practice determining appropriate management based on family history risk stratification.

Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk. Practice evaluating how well a particular genetic test assesses breast cancer risk and the potential impact of testing on patient outcomes.

Interpreting Cancer Genetic Testing Results. Practice interpreting genetic testing results within a patient's specific context.

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