Family related pros |
If I were found to carry the gene mutation, it would help my daughter(s) or sister(s) decide whether to undergo genetic testing |
92 |
My genetic test results could give my family members useful information about their risk of getting cancer |
97 |
My genetic test results could help my family members make better decisions about how to take care of their health |
95 |
Genetic testing would help me learn if my children were at risk for getting breast cancer. |
91 |
Surveillance behaviors |
Knowing that I carry the gene mutation would motivate me to perform breast self-examination more frequently |
91 |
Knowing that I carry the gene mutation would help me decide whether to go for more frequent mammograms |
83 |
Personal control |
My concerns about getting breast cancer again would be reduced if I knew I did not carry the gene mutation |
74 |
Knowing whether I had the gene mutation would increase my sense of personal control |
76 |
Knowing whether I have the gene mutation or not would help me make important life decisions (e.g., getting married, having children) |
70 |