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Evidence-based articles and perspectives on genetic counselling, hereditary cancer and access to healthcare.

· Hereditary cancer

2, 7 or 70 Genes? What Determines the Value of Genetic Testing?

In Greece, public reimbursement for hereditary breast cancer testing generally covers just two genes. A European expert group proposes up to seven for routine first-line testing, while commercial panels can analyse dozens. How should we decide which genes are worth testing?

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