Pharmacogenetic Testing
Because One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t Work for Mental Health Medication
Pharmacogenetic testing can offer answers. This simple, one-time test helps us understand how your genes affect the way your body processes medication, so we can choose treatments that are more likely to work for you.
A Smarter, Safer Way to Find the Right Medication
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of trying psychiatric medications that don’t work, you’re not alone. At Kalamazoo TMS & Behavioral Health, we offer pharmacogenetic testing to take the guesswork out of your treatment.
Pharmacogenetic testing uses a small DNA sample (usually from a cheek swab) to predict how your body might respond to various psychiatric medications before you ever take them.
We provide GeneSight® testing and partner with certified labs to offer precise, clinically useful results that inform your treatment plan.
You get a personalized treatment plan that helps your provider choose the right medication, at the right dose, more quickly and effectively.
What We Offer
Finding the right psychiatric medication can feel like a long, frustrating process of trial and error. Pharmacogenetic testing takes the guesswork out by using your unique DNA to guide treatment decisions so you can start feeling better, faster.
Quick, Non-Invasive Test
A simple, non-invasive cheek swab to collect your DNA sample
Targeted Medication Testing
Testing focused on how your body processes psychiatric medications
Actionable Treatment Insights
Insights into which medications may be most effective or cause side effects
Genetic + Clinical Review
Combined review of your genetic profile and mental health history
Prescription Guidance
Support in adjusting your current prescriptions based on results
Ongoing Care Monitoring
Ongoing monitoring to ensure your plan continues to work for you
Common Conditions That May Benefit from Pharmacogenetic Testing
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Insomnia and other sleep disorders
Chronic pain with psychiatric overlap
Treatment-resistant mental health conditions
Care That’s Covered and Accessible
We accept major insurance providers, offer out-of-network support, and provide payment plans for uninsured patients.
Take the Guesswork Out of Medication
If you’re feeling discouraged or overwhelmed by the medication process, pharmacogenetic testing could offer a clear path forward. We’ll use the results to make your treatment smarter, safer, and more effective.
It’s a simple test, usually a cheek swab, that helps identify how your body processes certain medications based on your genetic makeup. It doesn’t diagnose anything, but it helps your provider choose medications that are more likely to work for you, with fewer side effects.
Anyone who’s tried multiple psychiatric medications without success or experienced unpleasant side effects. It’s especially helpful if you’ve felt like meds make you worse, or nothing seems to “stick.”
Not exactly. But it gives your provider better insight into which types of medications are most likely to be effective or well-tolerated. It reduces the guesswork and helps narrow down your best options faster.
Some insurance plans do cover pharmacogenetic testing, especially when it’s recommended by your psychiatrist. We’ll walk you through coverage details and give you cost information upfront so you’re never caught off guard.
Once we collect your DNA sample, results typically come back in 7 to 10 business days. We’ll schedule a follow-up to go over the findings and update your treatment plan if needed.
Not at all. It’s a quick cheek swab. No needles or bloodwork.
No. You can continue taking your prescribed medication unless we advise otherwise. The test is safe and won’t interfere with your current treatment.
