pharmacogenetics
AMP-led Expert Groups Release Clinical CYP2D6 Pharmacogenomic Testing Recommendation
The consensus guideline offers a two-tier categorization of alleles that are recommended for clinical CYP2D6 pharmacogenetic testing.
The new reports link variants in CYP2C19 to the safety and efficacy of two drugs, a commonly prescribed antiplatelet drug and an antidepressant.
Genomind Receives Medicare Coverage for Pharmacogenetics Test
The company said its Professional PGx Express test will now be reimbursed by Medicare, and that the VA has extended its current supply contract for the test.
Pharmacogenetic Testing for Statin Side Effects Doesn't Result in Worse Blood Cholesterol Levels
Patients who underwent SLCO1B1 testing were able to lower their cholesterol levels similarly to those who did not, indicating that testing does not cause harm.
Intermountain Healthcare Taps Kailos Genetics for PGx Testing
Under the agreement, Intermountain will be able to implement Kailos' PGxComplete next-generation sequencing methodology in its laboratory for pharmacogenetic testing.