Genetic Medicines Test
The Genetic Medicines Test is a simple saliva mouth swab test based upon the science of Pharmacogenomics, and often referred to as PGx. PGx informs you about how your DNA variants may influence your body’s ability to process certain medications. NowPatient can assess your health records and identify if you are eligible for a genetic medicines test. The service is currently private and although expensive, the results are enduring and last a lifetime.
Give me an example of why this service may suit me?
In psychiatry, the selection of antipsychotics and antidepressants is generally led by a trial-and-error approach. The prescribing of these medications is complicated by suboptimal efficacy and high rates of adverse drug reactions (ADRs). This means your therapy may not be working as expected. PGx results can guide the prescriber to optimize the dosing and ensure that therapy is both effective and personalized to you. This is effectively the science behind personalized medicine.
How do the Genetics Medicine Tests work?
Go to the dashboard of your account

If you are eligible for a PGx test, you will find it in the ‘recommended for me’ section

Simply select the test and checkout

Take your sample
We will send you a DNA buccal kit, which will have instructions on how to collect your DNA. This is a non-invasive procedure, and we just need your buccal saliva sample.

Post the sample back to our laboratory using the secure pre-paid envelope provided

Your results are back
When we have processed your results, they will appear ‘locked’ in your documents section. You will be prompted to book a virtual consultation with one of our genetic counselors.

During the consultation, the clinician will explain the results and answer any questions you may have

At the end of the consultation, your results will be unlocked so you can download them and share them with your doctor if required

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