Should genetic testing for BRCA1/2 be permitted for minors? Opinions of BRCA mutation carriers and their adult offspring

American Journal of Medical Genetics. Part C, Seminars in Medical Genetics
Angela R BradburyChristopher K Daugherty

Abstract

Although professional guidelines recommend against testing minors for adult-onset genetic conditions, the genetic testing of minors for BRCA1/2 alterations has been debated in the literature. To better understand the opinions of BRCA mutation carriers regarding the genetic testing of minors and the cognitive and affective processes underlying these opinions, we interviewed BRCA mutation carriers and their adult offspring who had learned of their parent's BRCA mutation. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 53 parents and 22 offspring. In response to a closed-ended question, 52% (n = 39) of participants were opposed to the testing of minors. Responses to an open-ended question indicate that many participants (24%, n = 18) feel that testing could be permitted for some minor offspring. Psychological risks and the insufficient maturity of minors were frequent concerns of participants opposed to testing minors. The potential to impact health behaviors was frequently cited as a reason to support the genetic testing of minors. These preliminary results suggest that many BRCA mutation carriers and their adult offspring have concerns about, or are opposed to the genetic testing of minors. However, a significant minority in our ...Continue Reading

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