Genetic risk for breast cancer

My mom just loss her battle with breat cancer. She was 60 yrs old when diagnosed and fought the cancer for 7 years. Her final diagnosis was Triple Negative Metastatic Breast Cancer. She started with a micro lump and then was diagnosed with inflammatory Breast Cancer then it spread to other organs. I have been told they feel her cancer was hormone induced from hormone replacement therapy but I am concerned it could be genetic. Do you recommend I have the BRAC test? I am 45 years old.

[Cleveland Clinic]

Dear bridget:  Most hereditary breast cancer occurs in the premenopausal years and occurs in multiple family members.  However, since you are concerned, you may benefit from a visit with a genetic counselor who can assess your risk and help you determine if genetic counseling would be right for you.