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Medication DNA Test - Pharmacogenetics for 240+ Drugs
Medication DNA Test - Pharmacogenetics for 240+ Drugs
The Pharmacogenetics DNA Test is a medication DNA test that shows how your unique genetic makeup affects your response to more than 240 medications. From antidepressants and pain relief to heart and digestive treatments, this form of genetic testing for medications gives you personalised insights into which prescriptions are likely to work best for you, and which may be less effective or more likely to cause side effects. A simple cheek swab provides results you can share with your doctor to support more informed choices.
✅ Checks how your DNA influences how you process and respond to over 240+ common medications
✅ Helps reduce side effects and avoid medications that may not work for your body
Lab test results = £369
SHIPPING AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE via FedEX - UK Delivery 2 days - Overseas Delivery 2-4 days
The Pharmacogenetics DNA Test is a home-to-lab medication DNA test that shows how your unique genetic makeup affects the way your body processes and responds to more than 240 prescription medications. You collect a simple cheek swab sample at home, return it to our laboratory partner, and receive a personalised report identifying which medications are likely to work well for you, which may need adjusted dosing or closer monitoring, and which alternatives your prescriber might want to consider. This form of genetic testing for medications covers therapeutic areas across antidepressants, painkillers, statins, blood thinners, antipsychotics, anaesthetics, and many other categories.
We recommend this test for anyone who has experienced unexplained side effects from prescription medications, found that antidepressants, painkillers, statins, or other long-term treatments have not worked as expected, or is about to start a new medication and wants to reduce the usual trial-and-error process. It is also frequently chosen by people with a family history of strong reactions to medication, those managing complex conditions that involve several prescriptions at once, and anyone exploring personalised medicine before starting treatment for mental health concerns, chronic pain, cardiovascular issues, or hormonal therapy.
Test suitable from any age.
Comprehensive test analysing over 240+ drugs (or drug combinations)
Genetic tests are based on the most robust scientific evidence
DNA is analysed using a cheek swab
Helps predict drug response at an individual level
DNA FAQs
Q. What does The Pharmacogenetics (PGx) test tell you?
Drugs in the following classes are included:
- NSAIDs
- PPIs
- Opiods
- Statins
- Anti-depressants
- Anesthetics
- Anti-psychotics
- Anti-thrombotics
Q. What is Pharmacogenetic testing?
Pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing is performed using a safe and non-invasive buccal cheek swab collection kit. The ultimate goal of PGx testing is to minimise the risk of adverse reactions and aid in the prediction of drug effectiveness on an individual level.
The test analyses variations in genes for over 240 drugs (or drug combinations) over a range of therapeutic areas that include mental health, pain, and cardiology. All recommendations are based on high-quality evidence from key regulatory bodies and expert consortia in pharmacogenetics.
Q. What are the benefits?
The results of the PGx test allow healthcare providers to have a more tailored approach which can reduce trial-and-error in prescribing and minimise the risk of adverse drug reactions.
Research suggests that up to 80% of variability in drug efficacy and safety could be accounted for by genetic factors. The PGx test results are relevant over the course of a lifetime by predicting drug effectiveness and can be used as a tool to guide medication use for healthcare practitioners.
Q. What are the limitations?
Body Fabulous does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or medical treatment. Factors such as age, diet, ethnicity, family health history, and/or personal health not related to genetics can also impact the likelihood of developing certain conditions or exhibiting certain drug reactions.
Therefore, individuals may not always exhibit the drug response expected or consistent with their genetic test results. The test results are based upon probabilities of either increased toxicity or decreased effectiveness of a given drug.
Based on testing results, individuals should make no changes to medical care including, but not limited to, changes in dosage or frequency of medication without the advice of and consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.
Q. What are the delivery times?
UK Kit Delivery Time – FedEx courier – 2-3 working days. International delivery available in 3-4 working days worldwide (please note we ship worldwide with the exception of China, India, Iran, Lebanon, Mexico, Costa Rica and Russia).
Q. Can I provide my results to my healthcare provider?
Yes, we would encourage you and your healthcare professional to review these results to discuss your prescription medications. Please be advised that as natural healthcare practitioners we can not comment on prescribed medicines.
Q. When will I get my results?
Once you have ordered via our website you will receive an email notification when your kit has been shipped to you via FedEx with a tracking number. Please allow 2-3 working days for your kit to arrive in the UK.
You can then freepost your sample back to the lab via Royal Mail 1st class (for UK). Prepaid stamped return envelopes are also included for USA, Australia & Canada. All other international orders are NOT freepost returns so you will need to use the addressed envelope and arrange courier back to the labs.
Once you have sent back your sample we will email you to let you know that it has been safely received at the lab and your genotyping has started. Results are then ready in 3 weeks and are emailed to you. You will not hear from us during the time your sample is being processed unless there is an issue with your sample.
Please note that we will email lab results to the email address provided at checkout. If you need to change this information it is your responsibility to contact info@mybodyfabulous.co.uk to request results are sent to an alternative email address.
Q. How do I take this DNA test?
The test is a simple, non-invasive oral sample (cheek swab). The only requirement is to abstain from eating, brushing teeth, chewing gum, drinking or smoking for at least 30 minutes before testing. Any lipstick or lip balm should be wiped clean before providing the sample.
There are no special storage or transport requirements and you can return any day of the week. You can take this test at any time of day, there is no need to stop taking medications or supplements prior to taking your sample. As long as cheek swabs are stored in the specimen bag that is provided with the buccal swab kit, samples should remain viable for up to 6 months.
Q. I live overseas, can I get this test kit shipped to me?
Yes, we can now ship this test all over the world. Please select your country at checkout. We use FedEx to deliver our kits, tracking is provided and deliveries usually arrive in 2-5 working days.
The test kits are declared as "$2 per kit value" and usually do not require customs import fees. However, some customs agents may apply charges. If contacted, declare the value as $2 per test kit to match the lab's documentation. A copy of the commercial invoice can be provided if needed.
We provide approved packaging for the return of the sample, but outside UK, USA, Australia & Canada you are responsible for arranging and paying for return postage. All lab reports are provided in English.
Q. I live in UK, USA, Canada, Australia but want to return my sample via courier - can I do this?
The return package provided for these countries has prepaid postage affixed on it so you can simply pop your sample into any postbox for free returns. If you choose courier return instead, you will need to pay for the courier fees. We provide return customs paperwork to support you. If you need help completing commercial invoices or customs paperwork, please contact info@mybodyfabulous.co.uk.
Q. What happens to my DNA after testing?
Each test is processed in the CLIA-certified laboratory. All physical samples are completely destroyed after 6 months. The client report, the data and the DNA sample is never (and will never be) shared with, or sold to third parties.
Q. Who would benefit most from a medication DNA test?
People most likely to benefit from a Pharmacogenetics DNA test fall into a few overlapping groups:
- Anyone who has had unexpected side effects from prescription medications, or has tried medications that didn't work as expected
- People starting long-term treatment for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions, where finding the right medication often involves trial and error
- People managing chronic pain, particularly when considering opioids, NSAIDs, or muscle relaxants
- Anyone prescribed statins for cholesterol, blood thinners, or blood pressure medications, where genetics can meaningfully change response
- People taking several prescriptions at once, where the chance of interactions and side effects rises with each additional medication
- Anyone with a family history of severe medication reactions or unusually low or high sensitivity to drugs
- People who like to make proactive, informed decisions about their health and want this information on file before they need it
The test is equally useful before starting a new medication and for reviewing medications you already take. Because your DNA does not change over time, the report stays relevant whenever a new prescription is being considered.
Q. Is this test useful if I'm not currently taking any medications?
Yes, and many people choose this kind of genetic testing for medications precisely for this reason. Your DNA does not change, so the report you receive today will still be accurate and useful in five, ten, or twenty years' time. Having pharmacogenetic results on file before you need them means that if you are ever prescribed a medication for a new health condition — whether that's a course of antibiotics, a long-term treatment, post-surgery pain relief, or a chronic disease medication — you and your prescriber can refer back to the report immediately rather than discovering side effects or non-response by trial and error. Some people also use the test as part of a broader proactive health investigation, particularly when there is a family history of medication sensitivity or strong reactions.
Q. What if a medication I take isn't on the 240+ list?
The 240+ medications covered include those for which there is robust scientific evidence linking specific genetic variants to predictable changes in drug response. Many medications, particularly newer ones or those that work without significant genetic variation between individuals, do not appear on the list because there is no actionable genetic information to report. For these medications, your prescriber will use the standard approach of monitoring response and side effects directly. A medication DNA test does not replace clinical judgement for any prescription; it adds genetic information where the science supports it. If you would like to know whether a specific medication you take is covered before ordering, get in touch with our team and we can check the medication list for you.