Some customers undertaking eight's genetic test to explore their ancestry are getting more than they bargained for. The test can also produce positive results for BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which can lead to breast cancer. It means costs can spiral for users from the initial $199 for the eight test: Additional genetic testing can reach into the thousands of dollars, and is not usually covered by insurance. Spotting a niche in the market, Color Genomics is now offering a confirmation test covering the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes for $250.
Some customers undertaking 23andMe's genetic test to explore their ancestry are getting more than they bargained for. The test can also produce positive results for BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which can lead to breast cancer. It means costs can spiral for users from the initial $199 for the 23andMe test: Additional genetic testing can reach into the thousands of dollars, and is not usually covered by insurance. Spotting a niche in the market, Color Genomics is now offering a confirmation test covering the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes for $250.