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Hereditary Breast Cancer Panel
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Hereditary Breast Cancer Panel
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
DetailsThe Hereditary Breast Cancer Panel tests for 18 genes linked mainly to hereditary breast cancer and possibly other types of cancer. This includes, but is not limited to, cancers of the breast, colon, endometrium, stomach, urinary tract, ovary, pancreas, prostate, and more. A positive result means a higher risk of developing certain cancers compared to the general population.
Who should consider this test?This test is particularly important for individuals with a family history of breast or other related cancers, as it can help identify increased risks for developing these conditions.
What type of sample is required for this test?5 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD (yellow-top) tube.
Test Resources https://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ238
Additional test information
This test is particularly important for individuals with a family history of breast or other related cancers, as it can help identify increased risks for developing these conditions.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Whole blood
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Whole blood. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
DetailsThe Hereditary Breast Cancer Panel tests for 18 genes linked mainly to hereditary breast cancer and possibly other types of cancer. This includes, but is not limited to, cancers of the breast, colon, endometrium, stomach, urinary tract, ovary, pancreas, prostate, and more. A positive result means a higher risk of developing certain cancers compared to the general population.
Who should consider this test?This test is particularly important for individuals with a family history of breast or other related cancers, as it can help identify increased risks for developing these conditions.
What type of sample is required for this test?5 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD (yellow-top) tube.
Test Resources https://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ238
Additional details
This test is particularly important for individuals with a family history of breast or other related cancers, as it can help identify increased risks for developing these conditions.
Highlighted health areas
- Women's health
- Genetics
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Atm
- Bard1
- Brca1
- Brca2
- Cdh1
- Chek2
- Epcam
- Mlh1
- Msh2
- Msh6
- Nf1
- Palb2
- Pms2
- Pten
- Rad51c
- Rad51d
- Stk11
- Tp53