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Pharmacogenetic Test Specimen type: buccal swab. Turnaround time: 3-5 business days. Pharmacogenetics examines the influence of genetic differences to help understand the clinically relevant variation in drug response. Pharmacogenetic testing applies DNA technology to identify these naturally occurring differences to assist in optimization of pharmacotherapy for individual patients. These advances in personalized medicine help to get the right drug to the right patient, at the right dose, all at the right time. Indication(s) for Testing • Condition not improving • Unwanted side effects • Allergic or adverse drug reactions • Taking multiple medications • Starting or taking anticoagulant therapies Toxicology Specimen types: urine / hair / oral fluid. Turnaround time: 48-72 hours. Toxicology is the study of adverse effects of chemicals on the body including drugs (prescribed or illicit), foods, liquids and environment (sun, air, etc.). A simple urine screening test can help determine if a patient is abusing any drugs or medications. Toxicology tests are an excellent tool for OBGYN physicians to better treat their patients, as well as protecting infants. Indication(s) for Testing • Baseline evaluation of new patient (investigate current or recent use of relevant drugs) • Patient is not responding to treatment • Patient is experiencing adverse effects from treatment • Misuse, abuse, or diversion is suspected Hereditary Cancer Test Specimen type: saliva. Turnaround time: 21 business days. This test can empower you to change the course of cancer. Hereditary cancer has a greater impact across generations. Testing can help evaluate a genetic predisposition for cancer. This means you can take proactive steps to decrease your patient’s risk and help them inform other family members about their risks. If cancer runs in the family, it’s better to find out sooner rather than later. Indication(s) for Testing • Personal history of cancer • First or second degree blood relative with early onset (<50 y) of breast, ovarian, prostate, pancreatic, endometrial, and/or colon cancer • Blood relatives (same side of family) with same or related cancer • Known familial mutation (e.g. BRCA1, BRCA2, TP53)s |
Comprehensive Carrier Tests Specimen type: saliva. Turnaround time: 5-8 business days. This test can inform a couple if they are at risk of having a child with certain genetic conditions. When planning a family, preparing for pregnancy or during pregnancy, your patient will use the results you provide them to consider the most complete range of reproductive options. For many of these diseases, prevention is the only cure. Indication(s) for Testing • Patient belongs to an ethnic group that has a high rate of carriers of certain genetic disorders • Patient has a genetic disorder • Patient already has a child who has a genetic disorder • There is a family history of a genetic disorder Non-Invasive Prenatal Test Specimen type: blood. Turnaround time: 5-7 business days. The Non-Invasive Prenatal Test represents a major advance in prenatal testing, providing accurate answers about fetal chromosomal health — without the risks associated with invasive procedures, such as amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS). Indication(s) for Testing • Advanced Maternal Age (>35 y) • Fetal Growth Abnormalities • Positive Serum Screen • Personal or Family History of Chromosomal Abnormalities or Genetic Conditions Wellness Blood Tests Specimen type: blood. Turnaround time: 72 hours (without allergy test), or 7-10 business days (with allergy test). Blood testing provides the ability to diagnose certain conditions, as well as monitor the progress and response to treatment. Testing also checks functions of certain organs (liver & kidney) to avoid adverse drug reactions, response to allergies and infectious diseases. Indication(s) for Testing • Pregnancy • Patients with hormone imbalance • Patients with high cholesterol level • Patients diagnosed with infectious disease(s) • Patients who want to check body functions (liver, kidneys) • Patients with (or suspected to have) allergies |
