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Bookmark or Share- Pharmacogenomics genetic testing - Mayo Clinic Health SystemPharmacogenomics is the study of how your genes can affect your body's response to, and interaction with, some medications. Pharmacogenomics testing is a type of genetic test, and it's a tool your healthcare provider may use to identify the right medication for you. Many factors affect how you respond to medication, including: Age
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Genetic testing and antidepressantsRoutine genetic testing isn’t recommended at this time. Still, the testing may offer important clues to aid in drug selection and dosing, especially for people having trouble finding an effective option with few side effects. (adapted from Mayo Clinic Health Letter) — Dr. Richard Weinshilboum, Pharmacology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
- Carrier screening for family planning - Mayo Clinic Health SystemAfter genetic testing, the genetic counselor explains the results and risks are identified. The information is shared with the patient's primary care provider or OB-GYN. Carrier screening is a valuable tool in family planning, offering couples vital information about their carrier status for up to 500 genetic conditions.
- 9 common questions about genetic testing for cancerIf no previous genetic testing has been performed, often the best person to be tested is the family member with cancer. That person is most likely to have a genetic change if there is one. If an affected family member is unavailable for testing due to death or lack of interest, an unaffected person can still be tested.
- Science Saturday: Saving time, lives and resources with new genetic ...Genomics experts worldwide released a paper highlighting advances in rare disease, cancer, population health and carrier screening at the 10th Annual Individualizing Medicine Conference on Saturday, Oct. 9. "The use cases we explored in the paper, 'The Economic Analysis of the Value of Genetic Testing' are only the tip of the iceberg in the realm […]
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