Pharmacogenomics

Determine optimal prescriptions by analyzing drug efficacy and side effect risk based on your patient’s genetic profile.

sequence once, query often^®

TURNAROUND

Existing Patient (SOQO)^Ⓡ

≤ 5 minutes*

TURNAROUND

New Patient

6-9 days

SAMPLE

Saliva, Blood, Buccal

One comprehensive test provides clinical answers today and enables future queries as science evolves.

If your patient has been sequenced before, Helix will automatically flag them as an existing patient in your EHR ordering workflow. No new sample required.

New patient

6-9 days

Existing patient

≤ 5 minutes*

Clinical Utility

Identifies individuals who may benefit from:

Medication selection tailored to their genetics
Dose adjustments to reduce risk of medication side effects or to improve medication effectiveness
More informed treatment decisions over time

TECH SPECS

Methodology

Whole gene sequencing using the Exome+® NGS (exome capture + deep intronic coverage in key regions).

Informatics

Special informatics applied to star alleles, including CYP2D6-CYP2D7 hybrid alleles, where up to five haplotypes can be detected.

Accuracy

> 99.9% across the full reportable range.

Helix pharmacogenomics panels comparison

View a full comparison of all Helix Pharmacogenomics tests here:

Helix Pharmacogenomics Panels

Test Catalog

Select a test below to view a detailed test description, technical specifications and complete gene list.