Lessons Learned From the Family Gene Toolkit

Plain-language summary

This study investigates an online toolkit (the Family Gene Toolkit) that helps people carrying a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation share their genetic test information with female relatives. It included people over 18 with a positive BRCA test and their untested female relatives. It is a non-phase study and has been completed.

The summary above is a plain-language rendering of the official record. The original English title is shown for reference.

Trial details

Phase

Not Applicable

Status

Completed

Sponsor

University of Michigan

Intervention

Family Gene Toolkit, Delayed Family Gene Toolkit

Start date

9/30/2010

Estimated completion

3/31/2017

Countries

United States

Related genes

Locations

• Ann Arbor, United States

Eligibility criteria

Criteria are reproduced from the ClinicalTrials.gov record in the original English. Only the trial team can determine eligibility.

Inclusion Criteria for mutation carrier:

1. had genetic testing for BRCA 1 or BRCA 2, and received positive test results;
2. are older than 18 years;
3. speak English;
4. agree to invite in the study one female relative who has ≥10% of carrying a genetic mutation AND did not have genetic testing; and
5. have access to an Internet enabled computer.

Inclusion Criteria for relatives

1. did not have genetic testing for BRCA 1 or BRCA 2;
2. are older than 18 years;
3. speak English; and
4. have access to an Internet enabled computer.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Women who have no female relatives
* Women who are unable to consent
* Women who do not have access to the Internet or the computer