Inherited cancer genes and increased cancer risk
Some people have inherited faulty genes that increase their risk of developing particular types of cancer.
Genetic testing is available for some of these faulty genes.
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Family history and inherited cancer genes
People in some families have a higher risk of developing cancer due to inherited faulty genes.
Inherited genes and cancer types
We know about some of the genes that can increase a person's risk of developing cancer.
Genetic testing for cancer risk
Genetic testing can find some of the inherited faulty genes that increase cancer risk.
Getting your genetic test results
If testing shows that you have an inherited faulty gene you may need to make decisions about what to do.
What to ask your doctor about gene testing
Your GP or a genetic counsellor can answer questions about cancer gene testing.
Where this information about genes comes from
We use reliable and up to date sources to put together this information about inherited cancer genes.