Haga SB. Integrating pharmacogenetic testing into primary care.
EXPERT REVIEW OF PRECISION MEDICINE AND DRUG DEVELOPMENT 2017;
2:327-336. [PMID:
31853504 DOI:
10.1080/23808993.2017.1398046]
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Abstract
Introduction
Pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing has greatly expanded due to enhanced understanding of the role of genes in drug response and advances in DNA-based testing technology development. As many primary care visits result in a prescription, the use of PGx testing may be particularly beneficial in this setting. However, integration of PGx testing may be limited as no uniform approach to delivery of tests has been established and providers are ill-prepared to integrate PGx testing into routine care.
Areas covered
In this paper, the readiness of primary care practitioners are reviewed as well as strategies to address these barriers based on published research and ongoing activities on education and implementation of PGx testing.
Expert Commentary
Widespread integration of PGx testing will warrant continued education and point-of-care decisional support. Primary care providers may also benefit from consultation services or team-based care with laboratory medicine specialists, pharmacists, and genetic counselors.
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