The Science of Personalized Care
Pharmacogenomics is the study of how genes affect a person’s response to medications. We use these genetic insights to understand how your body may metabolize specific psychiatric drugs.
By analyzing your unique DNA, GeneSight testing provides evidence-informed data that helps inform psychiatric medication decisions. This advanced technology helps reduce the trial-and-error process often associated with finding the right medication.
How It Works
1. Simple Swab
A quick pain-free cheek swab in-office or at home.
2. DNA Analysis
Your samples are analyzed by GeneSight certified clinicians to identify genetic factors affecting medication response.
3. Informed Decisions
We review results together to inform your treatment plan, considering genetic data alongside clinical judgment and medical history.
Empowering Your Results
Pharmacogenomic testing provides a window into how your body processes certain medications, offering a data-backed perspective on your unique biology. In our Prosper practice, we use these insights to refine treatment plans, potentially reducing the time spent on trial-and-error medication adjustments.
Results are one component considered alongside symptoms, medication history, medical factors, and clinical judgment. This specialized testing helps us make more informed psychiatric decisions tailored specifically to your needs in North Texas.
Note: GeneSight testing does not guarantee medication response or the absence of side effects. It serves as a supportive tool in a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation.