If a family member has stomach cancer, do you know what blood type you have?

10% of stomach cancers are familial (hereditary). Oncologists explain that if this type of cancer affects first-degree relatives (parents, children, cousins), the risk of developing the disease is high, so genetic testing is recommended.

Based on the test response, the oncologist will know if the person is a carrier of the gene. Based on the response to the study, the physician will assess the general state of health of the person at risk, take appropriate measures to prevent the disease.

Of course, you should keep in mind that even if the test detects the presence of an inherited gene in the body, it does not completely mean that you will definitely get cancer in the future. A family history of gastric cancer means that the offspring are at risk. By analysis, the oncologist determines all possible risk factors and with certain methods will significantly reduce (or be able to completely prevent) the risk of developing stomach cancer.

Keep in mind that a person who does not have the disease genetically can also get stomach cancer.

Genetic testing is intended to allow an oncologist to investigate a genetic mutation that may contribute to the development of some inherited cancers.

Blood group

Individuals with group A blood have a high risk of developing stomach cancer, although this issue needs much more research, it has not been properly studied.

According to statistics, based on clinical cases studied over decades, the incidence of gastric cancer is 20% higher in patients with group A blood. According to some scientists, group A may be associated with diffuse gastric cancer.

What causes stomach cancer?

The exact cause of stomach cancer is unfortunately unknown.

However, it is known that cancer develops when a cell DNA undergoes a mutation. During an abnormal process, a cell grows and divides due to a mutation, continuing to function while a normal, healthy cell dies.

Cancer is formed as a result of uncontrolled proliferation and accumulation of cells.

Often, the cancer does not damage only a specific organ and begins to metastasize, that is, it digs into nearby structures, as well as other and even distant areas of the body.

A number of factors contribute to the development of stomach cancer, for example:

Unhealthy food ration;
Family history of gastric cancer (hereditary predisposition);
Helicobacter pylori infection;
Chronic (long-term) inflammation of the stomach;
Pernicious anemia;
Tobacco consumption;
Stomach polyps.

Given all the risk factors, and especially if first-degree relatives are diagnosed with stomach cancer, genetic testing is recommended to avoid any possible complications or to detect the disease at an early stage.

What are the symptoms of stomach cancer?

Gastric cancer is a common disease - cancer develops in the cells that produce mucus and this type of cancer is called adenocarcinoma.

The symptoms that are noticeable:

Fatigue, weakness;
Flatulence after eating;
Eat easily even when eating small amounts of food;
You often have heartburn;
Complain of a disorder of the digestive system;
Unexplained nausea;
You have pain in the stomach area;
You are constantly vomiting;
Lose weight for no reason.

What does I-Lab offer?

A subsidiary of Health and Tourism International Center and an official partner of the Turkish network of clinics "Acibadem" in Georgia, I-Lab Laboratory offers genetic testing to determine if you carry stomach cancer mutated gene.

A safe and comfortable environment awaits you in the ultra-modern laboratory.

You can perform the analysis at your desired time.

Please note that pre-registration is required.

For detailed information, please contact:

Tel: (+995) 595380038;