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Detect program offers no charge genetic testing for prostate cancer

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Invitae announced the availability of its Detect programs to provide no-charge genetic testing for conditions in which testing is underutilized and can improve diagnosis and treatment. Research has shown no-charge testing programs result in earlier diagnosis and treatment. Enrollment is now open for Detect programs in four conditions: muscular dystrophy, prostate cancer, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmia and lysosomal storage diseases.

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