Most antidepressants are metabolized through the cytochrome P (CYP) 450 pathway; therefore, most drug metabolism genes on pharmacogenetic testing panels are related to CYP450 oxidase enzyme subunits.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Vince Fleming/Unsplash Finding an effective antidepressant can be as hit-or-miss as finding a drinkable cappuccino in a strip mall ...

Catalina Ridge Mental Health in Tucson has expanded its services to address women's mental health needs across life ...

As pharmacogenetics is integrated into routine clinical practice, both patients and healthcare professionals will need the background knowledge to make educated treatment decisions. Healthcare ...

The treatment of clinical depression presents unique challenges, with many patients voicing concerns that echo a disheartening struggle: "I have tried every medication for depression, and nothing ...

Genetic testing can help take the guesswork out of finding the right treatment. For certain diseases. To an extent.

UCSF is the first California facility and among about 10 in the nation to offer these tests, according to a May 4 news release from the San Francisco-based hospital. With the program, patients will ...

Beginning May 9, UC San Francisco will be the first hospital in California, and one of only a few nationwide, to offer pharmacogenetic testing. The test will provide critical clues about a patient's ...

Enable more effective and targeted treatments that address unique needs for patients with pharmacogenomics. The traditional one-size-fits-all approach to medication has long been recognized as a ...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genomind, a leader in medication management and personalized medicine through pharmacogenetics (PGx), is proud to announce the release of its innovative Patient ...

This study explored patients' and healthcare professionals' views and knowledge of pharmacogenetic testing and associated future service development. Patients and healthcare professionals discussed ...