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Ruth - i am so sorry about your sister
I just wanted to let you know that i am looking into genetic testing (i am in canada and just finished the application process). I did see a genetics counsellor and thought i would share what she said and what i have read. If BC occurs pre-menopausallly and before age 45 they like to test solely on age. You were diagnosed at 36 which is quite young for BC - this coupled with your sisters recent diagnosis should be enough to get tested (insurance approval i would guess since you are in the states). Also er- cancers are more likely to be hereditary than er+. I would push for testing for yourself and for your daughter. If you do test positive then they will recommend removing the other breast and ovaries and possibly a hysterectomy. Your daughter would also be tested, knowledge is power and the advantage is she would be screened earlier and more intensely (mri's instead of just mammos)