Abstract B023: Cancer patient experiences communicating positive genetic testing results to family members: A comparison of African American and White patient perspectives

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Interviews highlight communication and support needs in sharing genetic test results for cancer, revealing significant racial differences.

Both Black and White patients are willing to share genetic testing results with at risk relatives, but racial disparities exist.
While 40% of at risk relatives remain unaware of familial pathogenic variants, communication experiences significantly differ by race.
Interviews were conducted virtually, analyzing patient experiences with thematic analysis to uncover insights on support needs.
Increased educational resources are essential for both racial groups, addressing a lack of understanding among Black patients regarding genetic testing.

Whitaker et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Interviews highlight communication and support needs in sharing genetic test results for cancer, revealing significant racial differences.