Pharmacogenetics

The idea of knowing exactly how you’ll respond to a specific medication might sound like science fiction, but at One Health Specialty Labs, we’re making it a reality today. Pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing analyzes how your body’s unique genetic makeup metabolizes different drugs. 

Your genes are the fundamental building blocks of your body, containing the blueprints for the enzymes that process medications. By evaluating these genetic markers, we can help your healthcare provider identify which treatments will be most effective for you—and which ones might be less effective or even potentially harmful. These insights are invaluable for managing a wide range of both physical and mental health conditions. 

What You Stand to Gain 

By integrating pharmacogenetic testing into your care plan, you can: 

• Minimize side effects: Reduce the risk of adverse reactions by avoiding drugs your body doesn’t process well. 

• Skip the “Trial-and-Error”: Avoid the frustration of using ineffective medications that don’t provide relief. 

• Optimize Dosages: Ensure you receive the precise amount of medication your body needs to be effective. 

• Discover Better Alternatives: Identify the most efficient medications specifically for your biological profile. 

Your Testing Experience 

We’ve designed our process to be as simple and non-invasive as possible for you: 

• Simple Collection: You can collect a saliva or cheek swab specimen in the comfort and privacy of your own home using our provided kit. 

• Swift Processing: Once you submit the kit to our labs, our automated testing process minimizes human error and delivers results quickly. 

• Expert Review: Every PGx report is reviewed in detail by a live pharmacist to ensure clinical accuracy. 

• Timely Reports: Your detailed PGx results are typically ready for your provider within 1–2 weeks, allowing them to optimize your drug therapy and save you time, cost, and confusion. 

Our experienced genetic counselors are available at every step of the process to provide technical guidance and help you navigate your results with confidence.