Nervous System Cancer Precision Panel
Overview
- Nervous system cancers are a group of neoplasms that include all types of tumours that develop in the peripheral or central nervous system. Several inherited genetic disorders predispose to the development of neoplasms of the nervous system. These hereditary cancer syndromes comprise a varied group of conditions that include neurofibromatosis types 1 and 2, Cowden syndrome, Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Gorlin syndrome, multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1, tuberous sclerosis complex, von Hippel–Lindau disease, and Turcot syndrome. Recognition of individuals and families at increased risk for such inherited tumours is critical to improve clinical care and optimize proper genetic counselling.
- As many of the oncologists are used to group and study the different cancer types in systems or specialities, the main objective of this product is to provide them with a more manageable diagnostic tool according to their field of knowledge.
Indication
The Igenomix Nervous System Cancer Panel is indicated in those cases in which the physician is suspecting of a hereditary cancer syndrome. It is designed to diagnose individuals with a personal or family history suggestive of inherited cancer in the nervous system, providing important information that may impact cancer treatment as well as cancer risk assessment and management.
Clinical Utility
- Identify pathogenic cancer susceptibility variants
- Maximize surveillance and preventive strategies for at risk individuals
- Provide options and strategies for targeted treatment, therapeutic planning, and clinical trials
- Perform risk assessment and genetic counselling for family members (cascade testing)
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