Genetic testing for breast cancer doubled due to 'Angelina Jolie effect'
 

In May 2013 Angelina Jolie, who was then Hollywood's highest-paid actress, underwent a double mastectomy after testing positive for a BRCA1 gene mutation that significantly increases the risk of developing breast cancer. A recent study, published by Breast Cancer Research has found that, public knowledge of her decision doubled NHS referrals for genetic testing for breast cancer risk.

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Re: Genetic testing for breast cancer doubled due to 'Angelina Jolie effect'
 

Would you know how much is the cost for testing? And mastectomy as well, in case the result is positive? Must be very expensive!