Scientific Background
PreSENTIA hereditary Skin (XP-associated) cancer panel tests for numerous germline mutations that could cause skin cancers in the future. Identifying germline mutations associated with cancer susceptibility empowers healthcare providers and patients, as it allows them to take better and more informed decisions.
Who is this test for?
According to genetic testing guidelines, people who might benefit from genetic testing for Xeroderma-Pigmentosum-related skin cancers are those that have:
- • Family or personal history of a hereditary cancer syndrome associated with skin cancers
- • A family member that has been diagnosed with a germline mutation associated with cancer susceptibility
How many genes are tested in this panel?
9 genes
How many hereditary cancer syndromes are associated with this panel?
1 Hereditary cancer syndrome is associated with this panel. This is:
- • Xeroderma Pigmentosum syndrome (DDB2, ERCC1, ERCC2, ERCC3, ERCC4, ERCC5, POLH, XPA, XPC)