Understanding Genetic Testing
Genetic testing reveals information about your health that routine medical tests cannot detect.
How common is genetic risk?
1 in 13
People carry a single genetic change that substantially increases their risk of cancer or heart disease.
1 in 5
People have a combination of genetic factors that place them at elevated risk for these conditions.
Genetic Testing Enables Precision Care
Arboretum's tests look at both rare and common genetic factors to identify inherited risks for cancer, heart disease, and other serious conditions.
Knowing these risks helps physicians recommend tailored prevention, earlier screening, and access to clinical trials through our research partners.
