Pharmacogenomics (PGx) using Real-Time PCR

Reliable and timely PGx decision-making with real-time PCR

Pharmacogenomics (PGx)—a cornerstone of personalized medicine—examines how an individual's genetic profile affects their response to medications, enabling tailored treatments that can maximize efficacy while minimizing adverse effects. Laboratorians are advancing PGx by integrating genetic testing into clinical research, incorporating relevant genetic biomarkers to investigate enhancing personalized medicine that may ultimately impact health outcomes in the future.

While many genetic analysis tools can be utilized for various PGx applications, real-time PCR (qPCR) is particularly helpful for scenarios where faster turnaround time is necessary. It aims to deliver results quickly—often within a few hours—to enable timely decision-making. With high sensitivity and specificity, qPCR is a reliable tool that helps deliver accurate identification of genetic variations relevant to drug response.

Laboratories can collaborate with us to gain access to a complete PGx workflow solution and leverage the vast experience we’ve acquired from over a decade of driving advancements in PGx.