Real-world study evaluates the genetic testing process for hereditary hematological malignancies, highlighting genetic counselor roles and barriers faced.
Key Points
Six patients were diagnosed with hereditary hematological malignancy syndromes through genetic testing.
Forty-three out of forty-nine evaluated patients underwent genetic testing, revealing important findings.
The evaluation showed a median referral-to-result timeline of 53 days for inpatient genetic counseling.
The proposed process enhances the role of genetic counselors in hematologic malignancies and supports timely genetic testing.