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Bridging primary care and genetics: Hereditary cancer testing explained

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This Genseq Live webinar will equip healthcare professionals with practical insights into the role of hereditary cancer testing in primary care. Expert speakers will cover when and how to apply testing, its value in early detection, and how it supports personalised treatment decisions.

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Time:Topic:

12:00 PM - 12:10 PM

The Patient Voice

Majella Hickey will discuss her experience with receiving a diagnosis of a BRCA2 gene mutation, as well as the challenges experienced in the system currently getting access to testing.

12:10 PM - 12:20 PM

Genetic Testing Technology Overview

Dr Patrick Buckley will provide an overview of genetic testing technology, including next-generation sequencing methodologies, different types of tests, CNV's, SNPS, whole exome sequencing; the importance of quality when choosing a genetic test, EQA, clinical support, and genetic counselling in genetic testing.

12:20 PM - 12:40 PM

Oncology Genetic Tests Overview and the Importance of Test Quality

Dr Anders Bojesen will provide an overview of oncology genetic tests, including:

  • Oncology Genetic Tests Overview
  • Constitutional vs Somatic
  • Why order a genetic test for a patient (utility)
  • When to consider ordering a genetic test for a patient
  • Examples of when you order a test – BRCA/Lynch Syndrome, etc.
  • Case studies
  • How to order a genetic test with an overview of referral pathways
  • Managing a positive result, including genetic counselling overview

12:40 PM - 12:50 PM

The Role of Patient Support Groups Services

Bernadette Carter will guide you through how you can support your patient with a positive result and the role of patient support groups. Including the support services available from the Marie Keating Foundation.

12:50 PM - 1:00 PM

Q&A

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