WHAT IS Pgx TESTING?

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Pharmacogenomics is the study of how your genes affect the way your body responds to certain medicines. Genetics affect how your body processes and breaks down medicines. Differences in these genetics can be the reason some people benefit greatly from a  particular medication while some show no benefit at all. Genetics can also be the reason why some people have serious side effects to certain medications.  Pharmcogenomics testing provides information about your genetic makeup provides information about your genes to help your healthcare provider choose the medicine and dosage that are the "best fit" for you.Pharmacogenomics is a type of precision medicine.

The process is simple and painless. No blood or urine workups required. The Pgx sample is collected by simply rubbing a cotton-tipped test swab inside the patient's mouth to collect a DNA sample. The test is shipped to the lab and results are known in 7-10 days.