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Is there any genetic testing in India where I can go and check myself for genes to know which cancers can occur in my body.
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Cancer happen due to mutations in gene , which is random and spontaneous. It can happen any time. Moreover merely presence of a predisposing gene does not necessitate CA will happen. Some CA with familial history need genetic investigation, and it always start after doctor consultation.
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Visit multispeciality hospital / big hospital in kolkata.
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Ofcourse there are centres from which you can get tested for cancers.
It's called Karyotyping. Every tumor has its own tumor marker, which is elevated if the tumor grows.
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