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Pharmacogenomics, explained by the pharmacists who read the reports
Plain-language writing on CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 metabolizer status, drug gene interactions, antidepressant and statin selection, insurance coverage, and what a pharmacogenomic test can and cannot tell you.
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Every article is written or reviewed by a licensed pharmacist at our Dallas laboratory and dated so you can see how current the guidance is.
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Simvastatin: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & PGx Testing
Millions of people take simvastatin daily in the United States to manage cholesterol, yet many don’t know why they were prescribed a specific dose, why their…
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Early HIV Symptoms in Women and Men
Noticing an unexplained rash, a sore throat that won’t quit, or swollen glands can be unsettling, especially if HIV crosses your mind. HIV symptoms in women…
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Propranolol for Anxiety: Dosage, Side Effects & How It Feels
A racing heart before a presentation. Shaky hands during a performance review. A flushed face the moment you walk into a crowded room. If anxiety shows…
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Does Medicare Cover Pharmacogenomic Testing in 2026?
You were prescribed a medication, it didn’t work, or worse, it caused a reaction. Your doctor adjusted the dose, tried something else, and the cycle continued.…
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Genetic Testing for ADHD Medication: Find Your Best Match
You’ve tried ADHD medication that didn’t work. Side effects hit within days. Weeks passed, and sometimes months. And you’re still not sure if the next prescription…
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Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Genetic Testing
Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS) is a rare inherited disorder causing albinism, dangerous bleeding problems, and life-threatening lung disease. It affects 1 in 500,000 people worldwide and remains…
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Kallmann Syndrome: Common Symptoms, Causes with Treatment
Delayed puberty. No sense of smell. Doctors gave you a diagnosis of Kallmann syndrome, and suddenly, everything made sense, yet nothing felt simple. You are not…
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How Much Does Genetic Testing Cost Without Insurance
How much does genetic testing cost without insurance? The answer depends heavily on what type of test you need and why you need it. Without insurance…
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Personalized Depression Treatment: How PGx Testing Helps
If you are getting tired of all three different antidepressants, and none of them worked the same way that your doctor said. Sometimes the effects are…
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