Pharmacogenetics (PGx)

Learn more about how genes are tested for their association with predicted medication response, what the results of pharmacogenetic testing tell us and how those results are useful for individualized and effective medication management. 

Learn about how pharmacogenetic testing is performed and what results your child might receive.  

Learn about the various health specialties and medications that have established pharmacogenetic (PGx) guidelines to help inform medication prescribing and treatment decisions for your child.

Read about some of the different genes that are known to influence individuals’ responses to certain medications.

Learn the answers to frequently asked questions about pharmacogenetics.