BRCA1

In reality there is no perfect way to solve these situations. In both of the cases described above, I would abide by the rules set in place by HIPAA and discuss with the patient the disclosure of their medical information. In the case of the BRCA1/2 mutation, Wylie Burke, MD, PhD, professor and chair of the Department of Bioethics and Humanities at University of Washington says, “Every effort should be made first to encourage the patient to disclose risk to relatives” (Nelson, 2009). If the…

Genetics, Inc. is a genomic research firm whose mission, among other things, is to learn what various sequences of DNA in the human genome actually do. In 1994, Myriad’s scientists made an extraordinarily useful discovery that is two genes now known as BRCA1 and BRCA2. But the influence of these genes can elevate the risk of a woman developing cancer at some point in her life. After that, the company start offering screening test to member of the public able to afford them, and field for…

One of these debates took place on the patent licensed to Myriad Genetics Incorporation related to BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation genes. Myriad’s patent and the benefits provided to the inventor failed utilitarian moral principals and considered immoral. Based on the basic utilitarian moral principals (Jeremy Bentham 1748-1832 and John Stuart Mill 1808-1873)…

Breast Cancer My paternal grandmother has batteld cancer three times. She was diagnosed with breast cancer first and then six years later with ovarian cancer. Both times, she had to have radiation to cure her from the cancer. After four years of being in remission, the cancer came back. This time it was on a viscous rampage. My grandmother had to receive a month of intense chemotherapy and two critical surgeries to remove the tumors that were invading her body. Seeing her go through all of this…

most commonly mutated in hereditary breast cancer? Approximately 5% to 10% of breast cancers are hereditary. They result directly from gene defects (called mutations) inherited from a parent. The most commonly mutated in hereditary breast cancer are BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. 3. How does a woman’s weight influence her breast…

Angelina Jolie. Jolie is an actress with a net worth of around $200 million (13). Many women in Jolie’s family including her mother had breast cancer and many died from the disease. One genetic mutation that is well known as marker for breast cancer is BRCA1 (14). Jolie had the funds to undergo this expensive testing and discovered that she had the mutation, and was able to undergo a double mastectomy (14). Not only does this show how the fiscal price of genetic testing which is now possible…

According to the American Cancer Society the current guidelines for breast screening are that women over the age of 40 should get a yearly mammogram. A clinical breast exam should be done every three years for women over the age of 20. Because breast screening is just a recommendation not all organizations recommend the same thing. For example, The U.S Preventive Services Task Force says that screening does not need to begin until age 50 and instead of every year, mammograms only need to be…

Development is occurring every day in thousands of pregnant women. From the time of conception to the actual birth, development takes place. There are many different stages of development before birth and if one process goes wrong there is a possibility of a defect in the offspring. This includes all of the different stages of the embryonic and fetal development. It is very important that each step goes smoothly in the development process in order to have an offspring as healthy as possible.…

4% in women. An oophorectomy may be considered after the age of 35 if childbearing is finished, for women at increased risk. A woman's risk of developing ovarian cancer include age (occurring after menopause), the manifestation of a mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene, the amount of menstrual periods a woman has had (affected by age, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and oral contraceptive use), history of breast cancer, diet, and family history. The rate of ovarian cancer is highest among American…

history: gynecological cancer can be transmitted genetically. Therefore, you should have regular check-ups to reduce the risk of breast cancer. • Changes in genes, gene changes will increase the risk factor for breast cancer. Changes in the genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 cause gynecological cancer. • Lack of physical activity: Yes, lack of physical activity increases the chances of breast cancer in women because of the excess weight fat dairy lymph nodes. It should participate in regular training…