DNA is the genetic code that tells our bodies how to grow and work. An inherited mutation (also known as an inherited cancer risk gene) is a change in a parent’s DNA that is passed down to a child.
Most prostate cancers happen by chance. But for some people, different types of inherited mutations may affect the risk of developing prostate cancer, the aggressiveness of the disease if diagnosed, and how the cancer may respond to certain treatments.
Healthcare providers can test for these mutations and help you and your family understand what actions to take based on the results.
Read the brochure to learn more about testing for inherited mutations in prostate cancer.
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