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The staff at Georgia Breast Care is working diligently to examine potential genetic links to Breast Cancer and related medical problems. Please give us a call if you would like to schedule a screening appointment.
For Persons of Ashkenazi Jewish Decent
All around the world distinct ethnic groups have been identified as having increased risk for particular genetic disorders. In the Ashkenazi Jewish (Eastern European) population, several such inherited disorders are known. It is considered standard of care for doctors to offer carrier testing for Tay-Sachs, Canavan, Familial Dysautonomia and cystic fibrosis to individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish decent and their non-Jewish partners.
In addition to genetic diseases, there are a number of other disorders that occur more often in those of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage for which carrier testing is also available. NTSAD highly recommends genetic counseling to assist you through the testing process. It is often referred to as the ‘Jewish Panel;’ always confirm with your doctor or genetic counselor which diseases are included in the ‘Jewish Panel.’ Interested couples can have a blood test to learn about their specific chances of having a child affected by one of these diseases. Please note not all the common Ashkenazi Jewish diseases fall under the NTSAD umbrella.
If you think you might be at risk, we encourage you to schedule a complete screening. |
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