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When it comes to selecting the best treatment options across a wide range of conditions, understanding individual genetic differences is crucial. Comprehensive Pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing analyses your complete genetic profile, providing unmatched insights for personalised medication recommendations across all therapeutic areas.
Comprehensive PGx testing is your gateway to personalised medicine, helping you optimise treatments across multiple conditions.
Receive tailored medication recommendations based on your unique genetic profile, significantly reducing trial and error with treatments.
Understand how your body may respond to medications, minimising the risk of adverse drug reactions.
Identify the medications most likely to work for you, improving the effectiveness of your treatment.
Gain clarity and confidence in your treatment decisions, ensuring a safer, more targeted approach to your healthcare.
Avoid unnecessary doctor visits and ineffective treatments with insights that streamline your healthcare journey.
Our PGx report is designed to give you clear, actionable insights into how your body may respond to different medications. You're report includes:
A quick reference guide listing medications relevant to your condition, categorised and numbered by the magnitude of the gene- drug interaction.
This section provides a more detailed overview of the medications relevant to certain medical conditions. Each drug is categorised as follows:
- Mild or no known gene-drug interaction (use as recommended)
- Moderate gene-drug interaction (adjust based on your genetic profile and conditions to achieve optimum therapeutic outcome or avoid adverse reactions)
- Severe gene-drug interaction (review based on likely adverse drug reaction risk and choose alternative medication)
A detailed breakdown of each medication, including your phenotype, gene-drug interactions, and what these mean for your treatment.
Pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing is a straightforward procedure involving an at-home buccal swab or dried blood spot (finger prick blood) collection or healthcare professional led sample collection, followed by laboratory testing and results delivery. Here’s an overview of the key steps involved in PGx testing:
Step 1
Collecting your sample is easy and straightforward! We use a gentle cheek (buccal) swab which will be sent to you in the post. Collecting DNA from your saliva is the first step in unlocking your response to different medications.
Step 2
Your sample is carefully analysed in our advanced laboratory to uncover genetic insights that may affect how your body processes medications. At AutoDiagnostics, we use top-of-the-line technology, including ThermoFisher and Illumina Platforms to analyse genetic markers related to drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion. Understanding your genetic variations gives us valuable insights into how you uniquely respond to various medications.
Step 3
Your report will include a comprehensive look at drug-gene interactions as well as a guide on how to dose (reduce or increase) certain medications. In cases where strong drug-gene interactions exist, the report will help your healthcare provider select the right medication to minimise the risk of adverse drug reactions or treatment failure. If you don’t have a healthcare provider, we have a number of trusted experts you can turn to.
By choosing Comprehensive PGx, you empower your healthcare provider to create a treatment plan that considers all aspects of your genetic makeup, ensuring the most effective and safest therapies.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT MAKE ANY CHANGES TO YOUR CURRENT MEDICATION(S) WITHOUT CONSULTING YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FIRST.
While your genetics is important, other factors also contribute to how you respond to medications. The final choice of medication used will be based on your healthcare provider’s professional judgement and may be different to what is recommended in this report. The AttoPGx test does not determine your risk of any health problem or condition. It only evaluates select portions of your DNA that help predict how you may respond to the medications covered.
What is Comprehensive PGx testing?
Pharmacogenomic testing analyses your DNA to understand how your body responds to medications across all therapeutic areas. This ensures tailored treatments, reducing side effects and improving effectiveness.
Who can benefit from Comprehensive PGx testing?
Anyone taking or considering medications in multiple therapeutic areas can benefit, especially those who:
What medications are covered in the test?
The test includes all major therapeutic classes, such as cardiovascular drugs, antidepressants, pain relievers, cancer treatments, and more.
How does the test work?
Where is the test performed?
The test is processed in a UK laboratory using advanced platforms including ThermoFisher OpenArray technology and/or Illumina iScan system, ensuring precise results.
Is the test painful?
No, the test is completely non-invasive. It involves a simple cheek swab that you can complete at home in just a few minutes.
How accurate is PGx testing?
Our testing process uses state-of-the-art technology and analyses over 120 genetic markers to provide precise, clinically actionable insights. However, genetics is just one factor influencing medication response, and results should be used in consultation with a healthcare provider.
Do I need a doctor to interpret my PGx results?
While the report is designed to be user-friendly, we strongly recommend discussing your results with your healthcare provider. They can interpret the findings in the context of your overall health and treatment plan.
How does PGx testing help reduce side effects?
By analysing your genetic profile, PGx testing identifies medications that are more likely to work for you and those that might cause adverse reactions. This helps your healthcare provider to make more informed decisions, minimising the risk of side effects.
What happens if my genetic profile suggests my current medication isn’t suitable?
Your healthcare provider may use the report to adjust your treatment plan, such as changing the medication or dosage, to find a more effective and safer option.
Can I change my medications based on the report?
No. You should never adjust your medications without consulting your healthcare provider. The PGx test provides guidance for your healthcare practitioner, who will make the final treatment decisions.