Pharmacogenomics in Patient Care — Mayo Clinic

Genetic differences can influence how the body processes medications and whether someone experiences benefits or side effects. This resource introduces pharmacogenomic testing and its possible role in medication selection and dosing. An infographic illustrates how people taking the same medication can experience different outcomes. It explains that healthcare providers consider genetic results alongside age, lifestyle, other medications, and overall health. Testing is available for certain medications, and a single genetic test cannot predict responses to all medicines. The information provides a general introduction without evaluating or recommending a particular commercial testing product.