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Physician Knowledge Could Strengthen BRCA Cascade Testing in Turkiye

A research team has found that physicians in Turkiye are highly willing to request BRCA1/2 genetic testing for eligible patients, but the broader cascade-testing process often fails to reach relatives who may carry the same cancer-predisposing variants. Physician knowledge strongly influenced whether testing was ordered, screening was recommended, and relatives were referred. The findings could support the development of centralized, public-health-led services that connect genetic diagnosis with family counseling, surveillance, and preventive care.

September 28, 2026


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