CYP2D6

CYP2D6 Testing

CYP2D6 processes about 25% of drugs used in common clinical practice. It can be tested for with the CYP2D6 gene test. Search on other drugs that may benefit from a CYP2D6 test.

CYP2D6 is a very important enzyme from the family known as Cytochrome P450s (CYP450s). There are many variations in this gene and GenesFX Health tests for at least 12 common variations which account for the majority of variants found in Caucasians, Asians and Africans.

Understanding all the factors associated with drug variability can be very complex and time consuming, especially as it relates to genetics. This service aims to simplify this, and provide speedy access to lists of drugs to avoid. The gene test provides additional information to personalise drug prescription and dosage. It does not tell whether a drug will work nor whether a patient will have an ADR.