Hereditary Cancer Prevention Test

Can a professional explain the results of my study to me?

We recommend discussing the results of your tests with a healthcare professional. You can discuss them with your doctor, nutritionist, or geneticist. If you need expert advice, our professionals are available to provide you with virtual visits lasting approximately one hour to learn about and evaluate your case, propose action and follow-up guidelines, answer any questions, and more.

How do I request visits with a professional?

First of all, you must have booked the service through our online store, either at the time of purchasing the genetic test or later. Once booked, you must schedule your appointment in our online appointment book. Once booked, you will receive an email with the link to the online appointment, so you can access the appointment on the reserved day and time.

Is this a study to diagnose cancer?

No, it is a screening test capable of detecting genetic variants that confer a higher risk than the general population of developing various types of cancer throughout life.

Does this test help determine the risk of developing any type of cancer?

Cancer is a multifactorial disease in which genetics plays a fundamental role, but other environmental factors are key to the development of the disease. However, although all cancers are genetic (due to the presence of a genetic mutation in cells of a specific tissue), this does not mean they are hereditary. These types of cancer are sporadic and are associated with environmental factors such as smoking, excessive unprotected sun exposure, or poor nutrition, among other factors. Furthermore, it is known that approximately 5-10% of all cancers have a hereditary origin, meaning they are due to genetic variants present in all of an individual’s cells that we have inherited from our parents or that we developed in the very early stages of embryonic development. These are the types of cancers evaluated in AboutMe – Cancer Prevention Test.

I have had cancer in the past, should I take this test?

Taking the test can help you understand whether your cancer is hereditary or not. However, in this case, we recommend that you first schedule a consultation with our expert cancer geneticists so they can assess the suitability of a more comprehensive and personalized study.

I have one or more family members who have had cancer. Should I take this test?

In these cases, the ideal protocol is to first perform a genetic study on family members who have suffered from cancer. This will allow us to determine whether the cancer they have suffered is hereditary or sporadic. However, if this is not possible, you can still benefit from a genetic test capable of detecting genetic variants that confer a higher risk of developing various types of cancer compared to the general population. We recommend that you consult with one of our cancer geneticists beforehand so they can assess the suitability of performing this or another type of genetic study.

Why is my risk of developing cancer not zero if I don’t have genetic variants?

If we do not present genetic variants, we can greatly reduce the risk of developing various types of hereditary cancer. However, we cannot rule out the development of sporadic cancer, which any individual in the general population could develop. For example, the lifetime risk of women in the general population developing breast cancer is approximately 12%. However, women with genetic variants in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes have an increased risk of 72% and 69%, respectively. Thus, if no genetic variants are found in our AboutMe Cancer Prevention Test, it would help determine whether your risk of developing breast cancer is similar to that of the general population.

How will I receive my test once I have purchased it?

You will receive your package within 1-3 business days. You will receive the kit, bags, and materials needed to return the sample to the lab, as well as a sample collection instruction sheet and a request form.

How should I send the sample?

Follow the instructions received with the kit. Place the sample and the request form inside the courier’s return envelope. To request sample collection, simply contact us through our communication channels (phone, WhatsApp, or email) and specify the day and time slot, as well as the address at which you would like the delivery person to collect the sample. You can also take the package yourself to any NACEX branch. Once the sample arrives at our laboratory, you will receive an automatic email confirming receipt.

When should the sample be sent?

Once extracted, the sample is stable at room temperature for days or months, depending on the kit used. We recommend sending the sample to our laboratory as soon as possible. Once in the laboratory, the samples undergo quality control to ensure they meet the minimum requirements necessary to begin analysis.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship to several countries. During the checkout process, additional shipping costs will be automatically calculated, if applicable, before confirming payment.

How do I receive my reports?

Once the contracted study is completed, you will receive the requested study reports by email. To protect your genetic data, the files are protected. To open them, you will need to enter your password/NIE/passport as the password.

When will I receive my report?

The report delivery time varies depending on the test requested. You can check the delivery time for results in each product’s product information sheet.

Will I have access to my genetic data?

In the case of genetic studies, you can request the release of raw data. This process involves preparing the files, uploading them to a server, and creating links for secure data download. This process carries an associated fee.

Who will have access to my genetic data?

Just you and us. We don’t share your data with third parties. Furthermore, our laboratories are located within Spain, so under no circumstances will your sample or data travel outside of Spain.

Can I get AboutMe reports based on genetic data or raw data from other companies?

In the vast majority of cases, AboutMe reports can be obtained from genetic data generated by other companies. Our technical team will simply need to be able to pre-evaluate that data.