GENTleMEN Study: Genetic Testing for Men with Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Clinicaltrials.gov identifier:
NCT03503097 (https://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT03503097)

For any questions about the study, contact us by email or by phone: (206) 606-4368

About the Study

The goal of this research study is to determine if online genetic education and testing with online telephone genetic counseling is an acceptable method of delivering genetic testing to men with metastatic prostate cancer.

This study involves undergoing genetic counseling and genetic testing for inherited cancer risk.

For more information, visit the study website.

This study is no longer enrolling people.

Type of Study

This is an observational study. There is no randomization. All participants will go through the same process.

What the Study Entails

Participants who qualify for this study will:

Provide consent/permission
Fill out personal and family health history information
Provide saliva sample for medical-grade genetic testing (saliva sample) to look for mutations in 30 genes associated with inherited cancer risk
Complete a series of online questionnaires regarding their experience
All participants will receive pre- and post- genetic testing education by video
Additionally, some participants may undergo genetic counseling over the phone after genetic testing and all participants will have access to genetic counseling over the phone.

Study Locations

There is no travel required for this study. People can participate from anywhere in the United States as long as they have a personal email and internet access.

This Study is Open To:

This Study is Not Open To:

About FORCE

FORCE is a national nonprofit organization, established in 1999. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by adult hereditary cancers.