Service Description

The PGX Psychiatric Panel is a pharmacogenetic test that analyzes genes influencing how a person metabolizes and responds to psychiatric medications. It helps providers choose the safest and most effective treatments for mental health conditions. Why it’s done: To determine how your genes affect response to antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and anxiety medications To reduce the risk of side effects or medication intolerance To help identify the most effective medication options faster To support treatment plans for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and other mental health conditions To avoid trial-and-error prescribing Specimen Type: Cheek swab (buccal swab) Turnaround Time: Typically 5–10 business days Collection Available: In-office or mobile collection services