[Genetic testing when tumor susceptibility, especially for colorectal cancer, is suspected].

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Approximately 5-10% of all tumours can be explained by inherited susceptibilities. While some of the underlying traits are rare, the total number of subjects at an increased genetic tumour risk is quite large in our population. Genetic testing has gained considerable importance in the identification of persons with such traits allowing their systematic medical surveillance and early detection and treatment of...

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