Genetic Testing and Risk Assessment at Shero Imaging in St. Louis, Missouri
About Genetic Testing
and Risk Assessment
Understanding your breast cancer risk is an important step in protecting your long-term health. At Shero Imaging, we offer comprehensive genetic testing and risk assessments to help patients gain clarity about their personal risk factors and take proactive steps in their care.
What it is:
Genetic Testing looks for inherited changes (mutations) in specific genes—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that increase the likelihood of developing breast cancer and certain other cancers.
Risk Assessment combines family history, personal health information, and other factors into validated models that estimate your lifetime risk of developing breast cancer.
What to Expect:
The process begins with a consultation to review your family history and personal health background.
If genetic testing is recommended, it typically involves a simple blood draw or saliva sample.
Risk assessments are performed using specialized software that calculates individualized risk scores.
Results are reviewed with you in detail, and your doctor will explain what they mean for your ongoing screening and prevention options.
Why it’s Important:
Genetic testing identifies whether you carry inherited mutations that may significantly increase cancer risk.
Risk assessments provide a broader picture of your personal risk—even if you don’t carry a known genetic mutation.
Together, these tools help guide decisions about how often to screen, what imaging methods to use, and whether preventive measures or lifestyle changes may be beneficial.
At Shero Imaging, we believe knowledge is empowerment. By combining advanced genetic testing with thorough risk modeling, we give you the information needed to create a personalized breast health plan.