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I got my lab results
I totally thought it would take longer, but I got the call today.
Normal! The lab looked at the BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 genes and they are functioning normally!
I feel relieved know that there's not something "wrong" with my genetic code as far as that is concerned. I know that there is a distinct possibility that there is an unknown gene that I may have... which is why I'm still high-risk... but I was fully prepared to be told I DID have the mis-functioning gene.
I do wish my mom had been able to be tested before she died. If she had been and had thn gene, then that means I would be virtually off the hook so to speak. I am considering finding out if my mom's cousin had cancer and if so seeing if she'd be willing to be tested. That's a lot of ifs, but I supposed it doesn't hurt to ask.
Any way, moving forward the counselor is going to send my info to the high-risk clinic here and I will probably still be screened 1-2 times a year, which I'm fully on board with.
Thanks again for all of your support earlier. I'm incredibly relieved and encouraged right now!
Re: I got my lab results
That is fantastic news! I can't even imagine the weight that has been lifted from your shoulders!
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This exactly!
That is wonderful! YAY!!!
I'm glad you will still be screened as a precaution.
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Thanks guys!