Personalized Pharmacogenetic Testing for Mental Health in Tucson

Genetic information should be essential when prescribing medications. Just as gene variation controls hair and eye color, it also controls how the body processes certain medications, drugs, foods, etc. Before prescribing any medications, your provider may recommend a genetic test to gain a better understanding of your unique pharmacogenetic profile to minimize gene-drug interactions. This effectively eliminates the process of trial and error, so that your symptoms can be managed safely.

With genetic testing, providers can better understand how or why previous medications may have failed. They can also identify risk factors associated with each individual, including medication adverse reactions, to better predict successful outcomes. By choosing medications that best work with your body, therapeutic effect is optimized while side effects are minimized. Knowing your genotype will help you and your provider choose the most effective path.

*We partner with GENOMIND, leader on pharmacogenetic testing