GPPC Calls for Improved Oversight of PGx Dxs After Uncovering Inconsistent Marketing

Apr 09, 2008

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This article has been updated from a previous version to include comments from Seryx.

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University's Genetics and Public Policy Center last week said they uncovered inconsistencies and misleading claims made by companies selling CYP450 testing services designed to help guide treatments of certain antidepressants.

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