Genetic testing may benefit more patients with melanoma

Genetic testing may benefit more patients with melanoma At a Glance Researchers found people diagnosed with melanoma at a young age or with multiple melanomas were more likely to carry a genetic mutation. The findings suggest that certain patients with melanoma could benefit from genetic testing to identify mutations and potential risk for other types of cancer. https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/genetic-testing-may-benefit-more-patients-melanoma