Stop guessing about cancer in your family.

Hereditary cancer genetic testing analyzes your DNA to look for inherited gene mutations that significantly increase your risk of developing certain cancers. These mutations — in genes like BRCA1, BRCA2, and others — can be passed from parent to child. If found, you and your healthcare team can take proactive steps like enhanced screening or preventive measures.

Testing is recommended if you have a family history of breast, ovarian, colorectal, or other cancers — especially if cancer occurred before age 50 or in multiple family members. People of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry are also at higher risk for BRCA mutations. Our free assessment checks your history against NCCN clinical guidelines to determine if you qualify.

After qualifying through our assessment and completing a short education session, we ship a saliva collection kit to your home. You provide a simple saliva sample, mail it back in the prepaid envelope, and receive your results within 2–3 weeks. Your results are reviewed by a licensed provider before being shared with you.

Yes — if you meet clinical guidelines (such as NCCN criteria), most major insurance plans cover genetic testing with little or no out-of-pocket cost. We provide a detailed superbill that you can submit to your insurer for reimbursement.

Our risk assessment and pre-test education are completely free. The genetic testing kit is $499 if you qualify. Many patients have their testing covered by insurance.

Our comprehensive hereditary cancer panel analyzes genes associated with hereditary cancer syndromes, including BRCA1, BRCA2, MLH1, MSH2, APC, TP53, PALB2, CHEK2, ATM, and others. These genes are linked to increased risk for breast, ovarian, colorectal, pancreatic, prostate, and other cancers.

A positive result means you carry a gene mutation associated with increased cancer risk — it does not mean you have or will develop cancer. A healthcare provider will help you understand your specific results and discuss risk management options (enhanced screening, preventive measures, lifestyle changes). You can also add a counselor Q&A and discuss cascade testing for family members.

Yes. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) prohibits health insurers and employers from discriminating based on genetic information. Your data is encrypted, stored on HIPAA-compliant servers, and never shared without your explicit consent.

No. LifeShield provides a guided education session and connects you with licensed providers who can order testing when clinically appropriate. No referral from your primary care doctor is needed.

Yes. If you test positive for a mutation, your close relatives (siblings, children, parents) may also carry the same mutation. We offer cascade testing so your family members can get tested for your specific mutation. This is often covered by insurance.