Our psychiatrist, Dr. Dona, offers GeneSight genetic testing, which is a simple and painless cheek swab genetic test that can provide insight into how patients metabolize and respond to certain commonly prescribed psychiatric medications. The GeneSight test may reveal which medications (to treat ADHD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions) require dose adjustments, be less likely to work, or have an increased risk of side effects based on your DNA. GeneSight testing may be beneficial for patients who have been prescribed medication in the past that was unsuccessful and/or caused unwanted side effects or for patients looking to begin medication but hoping to avoid the trial-and-error process that can be common in psychiatric medications.
The simple and painless cheek swab DNA sample can be collected either in-office or sent directly to you to be taken in the comfort of your own home.