Personalized Medicine, Better Treatment, Better Outcomes

At True North Medical Care, we believe medicine should be personalized. Pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing analyzes genes that can influence how your body processes certain medications. This information can help guide medication selection and dosing as part of an overall clinical evaluation.

Whether you’re starting a new medication, have experienced side effects, or have had difficulty finding an effective treatment, PGx testing may provide valuable information to support clinical decision-making

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What is Pharmacogenetic Testing

Pharmacogenetics is the study of how inherited genetic differences may affect an individual’s response to certain medications. A simple cheek swab is used to analyze selected genes associated with drug metabolism and response.

The result may help your healthcare provider:

• Better understanding of how you metabolize certain medications

• Identify what medications might need dose adjustments or closer monitoring.

• Support individualized treatment options

• Reduce unnecessary trial-and-error prescribing when clinically appropriate.

PGx results are one factor among many—including your medical history, diagnoses, kidney and liver function, other medications, and clinical judgment.

Who May Benefit From PGx Testing?

• Patients who have experienced medication side effects

• Have not responded well to one or more medications

• Take multiple prescription medications

• Have depression or anxiety and require medications for treatment

• Want a more personalized approach to medication management.

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Example: Some individuals have a genetic variation that causes them to metabolize certain blood thinners (such as clopidogrel) less effectively. PGx testing can identify this variation, allowing your provider to consider alternative medications that may be more effective for you

Choose True North Medical Care?

At True North Medical Care, pharmacogenomics is integrated into a broader approach to personalized medicine.

Our focus is on helping patients better understand how genetic information may complement clinical decision-making. We review your medications, medical history, laboratory findings, and genetic results to develop an individualized care plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the test painful? No

Will my genes change over time? No

How long does the test take? 30 seconds to perform and 2-3 days for results.