The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
Individuals who inherit abnormal genes have a much greater chance of developing cancer. MD Anderson offers genetics counselling and genetic testing to help people understand this risk.
Patients interested in MD Anderson Center’s genetic testing can call or fill out an online form to request an appointment.
Patients might be given the chance to join clinical research trials and registries.
MD Anderson Center has a Cancer Network programme where the programme partners are located throughout the US as well in Madrid, Spain.
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