PGx Comprehensive
Test Description
PGx Comprehensive is a complete pharmacogenomics clinical support tool to assist guidance for various medication decions. It’s aims is to lessen the trial and error of prescribing by providing evidence-based, professionally guided medication alerts that are based on your patient’s genetics. The test analyses fifteen genes, covering liver metabolism, as well as drug transporters and receptors. The report can help select the most appropriate medication for your patient, particularly if they are suffering from a chronic pain, mental illness or conditions associated with blood pressure, clotting, or following a stent procedure. It has been found to be particularly useful for patients taking multiple medications, or those who have had medication failures or experienced significant side-effects. It can also be useful even before commencing medication, enabling the right medication selection for your patient, the first time.
Drug Classes Reported:
- Anti-ADHD
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
- Antiarrhythmics
- Anticonvulsant
- Antiemetics
- Antiretroviral
- Antifungal
- Antidiabetics
- Anticoagulants
- Antiplatelet Agents
- Beta Blockers
- Hypnotics
- NSAIDs
- Opioids
- Protein Pump Inhibitors
- Statins
- SSRI’s
Ordering Information
Test Code: PGX
Turnaround time: 5 – 7 working days, upon sample receipt
No. of Genes: 15 (ABCB1, ABCC1, ABCG2, CYP1A2, CYP2B6, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, CYP2D6, CYP3A4, CYP3A5, COMT, OPRM1, SLCO1B1, VKORC1, UGT1A1)
Accepted Specimens: 2 X Buccal Swabs or 3 – 5ml of blood in EDTA (purple top) tube
Refer to Specimen Requirements for more information.
Forms & Paperwork
Test Requisition Form
References & Materials
Product Brochure