For example, this type of test may be useful for identifying your risk of certain types of colorectal cancer. If you have a family history of a genetic condition, getting genetic testing before you have symptoms may show if you're at risk of developing that condition.
Presymptomatic and predictive testing.For example, genetic testing may be used to confirm a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis or Huntington's disease. If you have symptoms of a disease that may be caused by genetic changes, sometimes called mutated genes, genetic testing can reveal if you have the suspected disorder. Different types of genetic testing are done for different reasons:
Genetic testing plays a vital role in determining the risk of developing certain diseases as well as screening and sometimes medical treatment.
