Translation of PALB2 genetic information into breast cancer clinical genetic services [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Melissa Southey (Principal investigator) ,  Prof David Goldgar ,  Prof Ingrid Winship

Brief description Today in Australia women attending clinical genetics services and receiving genetic counselling due to a personal and/or family history of breast cancer are not considered for testing of PALB2 despite mounting evidence that the risk of breast cancer in mutation carriers is at least as high as the risk for BRCA2 mutation carriers. This project will provide the evidence base to support the incorporation of PALB2 gene testing into routine clinical genetics services both in Australia and around the world.

Funding Amount $AUD 423,081.27

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant