Hereditary Cancer & Genetics

Genes can contribute to the development of certain types of cancer, including breast, ovarian, colorectal, and prostate cancer. If you have a family history of cancer, the Clinical Genetics Service at Memorial Sloan-Kettering can help you to understand your risk for disease. We offer genetic testing and counseling and can assist you in making informed medical decisions.

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How the Clinical Genetics Service Can Help You

Learn more about why genetic testing is recommended for some individuals, and what kinds of questions we can help you to answer.

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Clinical Genetics Service Pre-Visit

Find basic information regarding our appointment process and how to request a consultation.

Cancer Prevention and Genetics

Clinical genetics expert Kenneth Offit explains how highly accurate genetic tests can help predict an individual’s risk for certain types of cancer.

Genetic Counseling at Memorial Sloan-Kettering

Genetic counselors at Memorial Sloan-Kettering help patients to understand the implications of genetic testing for cancer risk.

Cancers with Hereditary Factors

Many cancers have a strong genetic component, says clinical genetics expert Kenneth Offit.

Prevention

Genetic Counseling

Cancer Types

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