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Ddw79

Will definitely let you know but not holding my breath. Three months is a long time but it's not two years at least like the lady go round.

Really good news for your DD

vlnrph

Congrats to farmerlucy on her no mutation status (among the genes tested)!

Perhaps CG covers this fact in their literature, but others should be aware that none of the panels currently available on the commercial market, including Myriad's, are totally comprehensive. There are some rare hereditary defects which exist in certain ethnic groups. This is why having a well trained counselor look at family background is key to selecting the best company to analyze your sample.

Technology in this area is improving rapidly but there's still so much we don't know enough about...

Ddw79

Well it's a work in progress for sure but it's amazing frankly how far we've come since 1991 when I was tested for BRCA1 as one of the first ten people in the country. Took two years to get results and only one gene tested and quickly came BRCA2, twenty years later doing it again.... With a tiny bit of saliva. Amazing to me

sas-schatzi

vlnrph, you are absolutely correct, but the Colors test does cover allot. The key to Colors is the cost.

farmerlucy

After I got my results they sent me another email, below. They are very thorough.


Color
What to do next with your Color Results.

Hello

We wanted to reach out and reinforce some of the next steps you should consider taking based on the breast and ovarian cancer genetic test results you received from Color.

Speak with a genetic counselor at Color, if you haven’t already.
This is an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about your results, as well as what next steps you should take. You are welcome to include family members in the call. A session typically takes 30 minutes to an hour. This service was included in the cost of your Color purchase. Schedule a time to review your results.

Discuss your results with your healthcare provider.
It is important to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider to discuss your results and the relevant screening guidelines.

Consider sharing your results with relatives.
Your negative result significantly lowers the chance that you have an inherited mutation associated with breast or ovarian cancer. However, it is still possible for your relatives to have a mutation that you did not inherit.

These recommendations, and more, are discussed in fuller detail in your results.

Thank you,
Color's Clinical Team
support@getcolor.com

sas-schatzi

Lucy, nice follow trough by the company

Hopeful82014

I agree with Sassy. I'm pretty impressed with what I've seen/heard about CG. Of course, Mary Claire King probably wouldn't be associated with anything less.

My testing was done through Myriad and the results conveyed through my GC, who, frankly, was not all that useful/helpful/interested. I think most GCs are much more thorough but it does point out the importance of having a very good genetic counselor. My insurer only offered the one choice, unfortunately.

I'd definitely say you get your $$ worth - and then some - with CG. Thanks again for sharing all this as you've gone along, FL.

farmerlucy

Yet another followup email from Color. I emailed them yesterday and asked for a comprehensive test result page (beside the web page result) for me specifically that I could give to my onc and they said they are working on one and it should be ready next week. Sas - check out the bottom of this email for a possible source for getting the test fee reduced.

Help us improve while helping more people get tested.

Hello

We strive to provide our clients and their healthcare providers with a high-quality, clear, well-supported experience when using Color. We'd really appreciate a few minutes of your time to let us know how your Color experience went.

For every survey response, we'll donate $10 to our Every Woman program, to ensure genetic testing is available to everyone–regardless of their financial situation.

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Thank you,
Color's Clinical Team
support@getcolor.com

sas-schatzi

Thank you Lucy. I will get tested, but won't seek assistance. I can do it. Wouldn't want to take from some one else. I missed all the folks they share info with. I think it's great. This will definitely help the science. That's what has flipped me over the fence.  was hesitating b/c I felt a tinge of selfishness of wanting to know. May sound strange. Selfish b/c I already have myself on a surveillance program for all body systems without the testing. The testing would be the icing, the cake is already done. Does any of that make sense?

My concern is for son which based on the unknown genetics, he has 15-20 years to start surveillance. The rest of the family is thrusting their heads deep in the sand.

We( 2 brothers, twin, and I) carry the gene for hemochromatosis. HH can lead to iron storage disease. Liver, heart, cancer, and other stuff. Again none of the rest of the family has been tested except one.

I have DS giving blood four times a year. If he carries the gene, it's the recommended management.   This is kind of scattered, sorry

Do a little reading about hemochromatosis. It's a very common gene. Very misunderstood. Many, many docs are misinformed about it. General, thinking is it's only associated with drinking. Not even close. Give it a look

farmerlucy

I totally understand about the icing. If not for DD I wouldn't have tested. I'm done now unless they come up w another gene as compelling as BRCA re: risk.Interesting that blood donation is the protocol for hemochromatosis.

sas-schatzi

Actually, it's bleeding. But a simple way to get rid of the blood is to donate. The goal is to reduce any excess iron load. Women get rid of it  through menstruation. after menopause then they have the same risk as men.

I'll work on Colors after the 4th.

Ddw79

I felt the same way about the Color test... A little indulgent into part. But I did make a donation along with regular fee in the hopes that it will help others.

Now just waiting and frankly, after true negative BRCA 1 I don't think so. That result will be good and bad in my case.

There will be more mutations in the horizon I'm sure. Breast Cancer is just here to stay

farmerlucy

Decided to take advantage of Color's offer to speak w a genetic counselor. OMG it was so helpful. She had allotted 30 mins for me but it only took 15 mins. She's even sending me the name of a genetic counselor at the hospital where my DD will soon be working so that they can come up with a screening plan tailored for her. Amazing.