How do you decide which lab to use for multi-gene hereditary testing?
Is there a difference among all the commercial genetic testing labs? Is there anything beyond CLIA- and CAP-certification that we should look for when choosing a lab?
Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Academic Institution
Many commercial companies offer multi-gene panel testing for cancer susceptibility genes. The decision about whether to choose small, medium, and large multi-gene panels depends upon the patient's personal and family history of cancer and also personal preferences. Larger panels have higher rates of...