Genetic testing: An Effective Tool for Decoding the Cancer!
Knowing your cancer's genetic makeup can help you and your physician choose the best course of action for your cancer treatment, putting you one step closer to overcoming the disease and maintaining your long-term health.
According to data from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), in the year 2020 there were 0.18 million newly diagnosed cases, 0.11 million cancer deaths, and 0.32 million prevalent cases (5 years) in Pakistan.
1- For healthy people with a family history of cancer, receiving the appropriate genetic test at the right time helps in early detection and risk prevention measures.
2- People who already have cancer can find FDA-approved treatment options that help to increase their overall survival rate.
Possesses a cancer gene with a pathogenic mutation that has been passed down through their family.
Following genetic testing, one-third of individuals with high-risk pathogenic mutations may benefit from more specialized cancer care.
Langene Bio offers the tests that can tell you if you have a higher risk of developing cancer or what can be the best therapeutic options for you if already have a cancer.