Predictors of germline genetic testing referral and completion in ovarian cancer patients at a Comprehensive Cancer Center

CONCLUSIONS: We report relatively high germline testing and a promising trend in time from diagnosis to results, with variation by oncologist and patient factors. Automated referral, remote genetic counseling and sample collection, reduced out-of-pocket costs, and educational interventions should be explored.PMID:38599112 | DOI:10.1016/j.ygyno.2024.03.028

Source: Rural Remote Health - April 10, 2024 Category: Rural Health Authors: Katherine W Saylor Elizabeth Q Fernandes Michael Adams Sarah Paraghamian David I Shalowitz Source Type: research