Should You Get a BRCA Test?
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommends BRCA1/BRCA2 genetic testing for anyone who meets one or more of these criteria. If any apply to you, your insurance will likely cover the test.
Based on NCCN eligibility criteria. Select any that apply to you.
What You Get With Your BRCA Test
[ Far Beyond Positive / Negative ]Every Exon Checked
BRCA1 and BRCA2 full gene sequencing plus deletion/duplication analysis. Every exon checked for variants large and small.
Included
A certified genetic counselor walks you through your results, explains what they mean, and helps you build a screening plan.
CPT 81432 & 81433
We check your benefits before testing. Most major insurers cover BRCA testing for qualifying patients using CPT 81432 and 81433.
NCCN-Guideline Based
If a variant is found, you get a personalized screening schedule based on NCCN guidelines — mammograms, MRIs, and more.
How the BRCA Test Works
[ From Swab To Screening Plan ]Order Online
Start your membership — $89/month. We ship your kit within 24 hours.
Collect at Home
Swab the inside of each cheek for 30 seconds. No needles, no blood. Mail back in the prepaid envelope.
Lab Analysis
Our CLIA-certified lab sequences BRCA1 and BRCA2 using Illumina next-generation sequencing. Results in 5–7 days.
Review Results
View your report online. If positive, schedule a free session with a board-certified genetic counselor.
What Your BRCA Report Looks Like
[ Sample Report — BRCA2 Example ]| Section | Result | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| BRCA1 — Full Sequencing | No pathogenic variant detected | Negative — every exon checked for variants large and small |
| BRCA2 — Full Sequencing | Pathogenic variant detected | Positive — elevated risk for breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancer |
| CNV Analysis | No deletions or duplications detected | Large rearrangements ruled out in both genes |
| Recommendations | NCCN-aligned screening roadmap | Personalized schedule — mammograms, MRIs, and specialist referrals |
Every BRCA report at Gene Matrix includes full gene sequencing, deletion/duplication analysis, and personalized screening recommendations based on NCCN guidelines. This is a sample report. Your actual result will be personalized to your DNA.
Get BRCA1/BRCA2 with Your Membership
[ No Per-Test Fees. No Surprises. ]One-time purchase — a single test, a single report.
BRCA1/BRCA2 is included with your Gene Matrix Membership — along with all 10 other genetic tests. No per-test fees. No surprises.
Start Membership — $89/moThis test individually: $499. With your membership: included at $89/mo (or $59/mo billed annually) along with all 10 other tests. Compare all 11 tests
Why Get Your BRCA Test at Gene Matrix?
[ Clinical Grade, Patient First ]CLIA-Certified Lab
CLIA-certified lab with 99.9% analytical accuracy validated against Sanger sequencing.
Fast Results
Results in 5–7 days — faster than most hospital genetics departments.
Genetic Counselor Included
Board-certified genetic counselor included with every positive result.
Insurance Pre-Verification
Insurance pre-verification so you know your out-of-pocket cost upfront.
Insurance & Billing Codes
[ We Handle Pre-Authorization ]| CPT Code | Used For | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| 81432 | BRCA1/BRCA2 full gene sequence analysis | Most major insurers for qualifying (NCCN-criteria) patients |
| 81433 | BRCA1/BRCA2 deletion/duplication analysis | Most major insurers for qualifying (NCCN-criteria) patients |
Most major insurers cover BRCA testing for qualifying patients. We handle pre-authorization and provide superbills for reimbursement.
“My mother had breast cancer at 42. I finally got tested and found out I carry a BRCA2 variant. My doctor immediately put me on an enhanced screening protocol. That test may have saved my life.”
Jennifer K. — Chicago, IL · BRCA2 pathogenic variant detected
Frequently Asked Questions
[ BRCA, Answered ]Knowledge is Power.
A BRCA test is not just about knowing your risk — it is about taking control. Women who know their BRCA status and follow enhanced screening protocols have dramatically better outcomes.