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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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Pharmacogenomic Testing for Medication: How it Works
Many patients face trial-and-error prescribing that leads to harmful side effects or ineffective treatment. In fact, about 66% of U.S. adults take at least one prescription,…
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Prenatal Genetic Testing and Screening for Expecting Parents
The moment when your pregnancy test kit shows the second line pink, you enjoy this with laughter and emotions. Then your brain thought about different questions.…
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Kidney Dysplasia: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Care Tips
When the ultrasound technique paused during your 20-week scan, you felt worried. Then you heard a word you had never heard before: “Kidney dysplasia.” Suddenly, you…
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Can Herpes Lead to Infertility? Learn HSV and Fertility
If you have been diagnosed with herpes and you are planning to start a family, you might be wondering: Can herpes lead to infertility?. Yes –…
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Is Herpes Simplex 1 Hereditary? Basics of Common Infection
Is herpes simplex 1 hereditary? This question sparks anxiety in millions of families worldwide, especially when cold sores seem to “run in the family.” Here’s the…
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Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer: Know Your Risk & Options
Have you ever wondered why breast cancer seems to show up more in some families than others? It often comes down to something in your genes,…
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Telomere Length Testing: Find Your Cellular Aging and Health
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to age gracefully while others face health challenges earlier in life at the age of even 20s or…
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TCHP Chemo Explained: Clear Guide for HER2 and Breast Cancer
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer, you may have heard the term TCHP chemo. One regimen that often comes…
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Acral Peeling Skin Syndrome: Symptoms and Management
If you’re experiencing a continuous peeling of the skin on the palms of your hands or the soles of your feet, you may be dealing with…
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