Pharmacogenomics looks at how a patient’s genes shape their response to a drug. A test can tell a provider whether a standard dose of a blood thinner will work as expected, run too weak, or build up to dangerous levels in someone’s system. That’s a real clinical win, but the billing side of PGx testing […]
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Pharmacogenetics refers to the study of how genetic variability impacts drug response. Also called pharmacogenomics, PGx testing analyzes a patient’s genetic makeup to predict drug efficacy, optimal dosing, and risk of adverse reactions. As our understanding of genetics has advanced, there has been growing recognition of its role in mediating drug metabolism and effects. Many […]
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