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BRCA1/2 Test for genetic cancer risk

Understand your hereditary risk and take charge of your health

The BRCA1/2 test is a simple at-home cheek swab that helps you understand your hereditary risk for breast and ovarian cancer in a timely manner. The kit includes analysis of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, with analytical sensitivity over 99.9% and results available within about 4 weeks.

Test request form

Why Consider Genetic Testing? 

A BRCA1/2 test can help you: 

  • Understand your inherited cancer risk 
  • Explore preventive options with your care team such as prophylactic surgery 
  • Personalize your screening plan: Adjusting the frequency and starting age for mammograms and MRIs 
  • Learn whether certain treatments may be more effective for you (including eligibility for PARP inhibitors) 
  • Inform family members who may also be at risk cancer-risks-chart

What are the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes? 

BRCA1 and BRCA2 are genes that help protect your cells from becoming cancerous.

When a change (mutation) is present in one of these genes, it can increase your chance of developing breast, ovarian, and other cancers. 

Knowing your genetic status empowers you to make informed, proactive decisions for your long-term health. 

Biron also offers multi-gene panels for additional hereditary cancer genes.

Biron also offers multi-gene panels for additional hereditary cancer genes.

Contact us for details

genetics@biron.com
1 855 943-6379

Why Choose Biron

Fast, reliable turnaround time

Fast, reliable turnaround time

Clinically validated testing

Clinically validated testing

Trusted experience in hereditary cancer screening

Trusted experience in hereditary cancer screening

Is This Test Right for You?

You may consider testing if you or a close family member has a history of:

  • Breast cancer before age 50
  • Triple-negative breast cancer
  • Ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer
  • Multiple separate breast cancer diagnoses
  • Male breast cancer
  • Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry with breast cancer
  • Several cases of breast and/or prostate cancer in the family
  • A known BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation in the family

Or you have breast cancer currently and need to know BRCA1/2 status to guide therapy decisions

Key Things to Know

  • Your genes influence your cancer risk. 
  • A positive result is not a diagnosis. It means your risk is higher, not that you will develop cancer. 
  • BRCA1/2 mutations run in families. Children and siblings each have a 50% chance of carrying the same variant. 
  • Understanding your genetic risk helps you and your care team build a personalized plan. 

How does the BRCA 1/2 test work?

Step 1

Complete form

(includes sending us your prescription) 
Complete form
Step 2

Receive an e-mail with link to order your test online

Receive your kit within 3 to 5 business days. 
Receive an e-mail with link to order your test online
Step 3

Collect your sample

Follow the instructions in the kit, then return your cheek swab sample using the prepaid envelope.
Collect your sample
Step 4

Receive your report

Your results will be available within 4 weeks of receiving your sample and will be automatically shared with your healthcare provider.
Receive your report
Test request form
At Biron, safeguarding your privacy is our core commitment.

At Biron, safeguarding your privacy is our core commitment.

Ensuring the security and confidentiality of your information is a top priority for us. Your genetic data is encrypted on multiple levels and stored on Canadian servers that meet or exceed the most stringent security standards. No information is ever disclosed to third parties without your consent.

Frequently asked questions about hereditary breast cancer testing

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