PharmaGene Icon What is the PharmaGene Test?

PharmaGene is a pharmacogenomic test in South Africa that analyses how your genes influence your response to medication.

This medication genetic testing helps guide safer and more effective prescribing.

Patient Test Requisition form

What is the PharmaGene Test?

What is Pharmacogenomics?

Pharmacogenomics studies how genetic variations affect:

Drug metabolism

Drug metabolism

Medication effectiveness

Medication effectiveness

Risk of side effects

Risk of side effects

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How Genetics Affect Medication Response

Metabolise drugs too slowly

Metabolise drugs too slowly

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Increased side effects

Increased side effects

Metabolise drugs too quickly

Metabolise drugs too quickly

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Reduced effectiveness

Reduced effectiveness

PharmaGene identifies these patterns to support personalised medication decisions.

Who Can Benefit from Pharmacogenomic Testing?

  • Individuals on multiple medications
  • Patients experiencing side effects
  • Those with poor treatment response
  • Anyone planning future medication use

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Clinical Decision Support

Healthcare providers can:

  • Review medication compatibility
  • Adjust dosages
  • Reduce risk of adverse reactions
  • Optimise treatment outcomes

How the Test Works

Complete test requesition form

Complete test requesition form

Collect saliva sample

Collect Saliva sample

Results in 3 to 4 weeks

Results in 3 to 4 weeks

Reviewed with healthcare provider

Reviewed with healthcare provider

PharmaGene Sample Report Patient Test Requesition Form

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Pharmacogenomic Testing:

Pharmacogenomic testing analyses how your genes affect your response to medication to improve safety and effectiveness.

It helps identify genetic risk factors for adverse drug reactions but cannot predict all outcomes.

No. Results can be used for both current and future treatments.

Patients on multiple medications or those who have experienced side effects.

No. It does not diagnose conditions, only medication response.

It allows doctors to tailor medication choice and dosage based on your genetics.

Typically, 2 to 3 weeks after sample receipt.

Yes, PharmaGene is available as a pharmacogenomic test in South Africa.

References

  • Jarvis, J et al. Real-World Impact of a Pharmacogenomics-Enriched Comprehensive Medication Management Program. J. Pers. Med. 2022, 12(3), 421