{"id":4560,"date":"2021-08-12T15:53:44","date_gmt":"2021-08-12T20:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/stage-pediatrics\/?page_id=4560"},"modified":"2021-09-02T09:49:52","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T14:49:52","slug":"cancer-genetics-and-risk-assessment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pediatrics\/divisions\/hematology-oncology\/clinical-programs\/cancer-genetics-and-risk-assessment\/","title":{"rendered":"Cancer Genetics and Risk Assessment"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]Although most cancers and blood diseases do not develop because of an underlying familial tendency, in a small but important percentage of cases, we are able to identify an underlying genetic alteration that may contribute to the disorder.<\/p>\n

We have genetic counselors on staff that can review pertinent family history, assist the family in deciding if genetic testing in indicated, and provide interpretation of results.\u00a0 We also work with physicians in cases where identification of a genetic alteration can guide interventions to reduce risk.<\/p>\n

We provide a monthly screening clinic where we follow children who may have a genetic risk for cancer.\u00a0 Depending on the syndrome involved and the extent of risk, children are seen at defined intervals, often every three to six months for appropriate screening studies.<\/p>\n

Some of the syndromes that we diagnose and follow in our pediatric oncology clinic at University Hospital include, but are not limited to:<\/p>\n