Finding retinoblastoma early

When retinoblastoma is found and treated early, the chances of successful treatment are better. Take your child for regular health checkups and tell the doctor if you are concerned about your child’s health.

Your child may need a personal plan for testing if they have a higher than average risk. Children with a parent or sibling with retinoblastoma or children with a known retinoblastoma 1 (RB1) gene mutation have a higher than average risk of developing retinoblastoma. Talk to your child’s doctor about tests that can help find retinoblastoma early, including the following:

• eye exam
• blood test to check for the RB1 gene mutation
• MRI