Why use Pharmacogenetic testing

  • Individuals metabolize drugs differently so dose adjustments or alternative medciations may be necessary.

  • The impact of human genetic variance and drug responsiveness is a very well studied field with a well established database of gene to drug interactions.

  • It provides the individual with the ability to reduce the risk of adverse reactions and non-responsiveness.

  • Knowing your genetics and their impact on drug metabolism makes selecting the best medication safer and more successful.

The Medcheck test analyses and reports on genetic variation within 63 genes that can affect an individual’s response to approximately 200 different medications, in terms of efficacy, and side effects of the medication.

The classes of medication reported on in the Medcheck test include:

Inhaled Anesthetics, Anti-Estrogens, Fluoropyrimidines, Protein Kinase Inhibitors, Thiopurines, Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists, Antiarrhythmics, Anticoagulants, Antiplatelets, Beta Blockers, Statins, Antiemetics, Proton Pump Inhibitors, Anti-HIV Agents, NSAIDs, Opioids, Antiaddictives, Anti-ADHD Agents, Anticonvulsants, Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, Benzodiazepines and Antispasmodics.

63 Genes

200 Medications