Cardio PGx Test

Cardio PGx Test

Your Heart. Your DNA. Your Treatment.

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Cardio PGx Test - 349$

The Cardio genetic test reveals how your genes could affect the way heart medications work for you. With your test results, your clinician can choose safer and more effective treatment for cardiovascular conditions based on your DNA.

  • 62 cardiovascular medications covered
  • Results in 10 business days
  • Comprehensive personalized report (View a sample report)
  • Consultation with a pharmacist included
  • Saliva sample collection kit
  • Prepaid postal return envelope
  • Free express delivery

This test is useful for patients who:

  • Are currently taking or plan to take heart medications (see list of covered drugs)
  • Have already experienced side effects related to cardiovascular medications
  • Are about to start treatment with one of the following drugs: statins, clopidogrel, metoprolol, warfarin
  • Are taking multiple medications (three or more) and are experiencing issues with effectiveness or side effects
  • Have a personal or family history of drug intolerance or treatment failure

Optimizing cholesterol treatment

The Cardio PGx test can be a valuable tool for individuals currently taking statins and experiencing muscle pain, a side effect that affects up to 25% of patients. [1]

This test can help:

  • Minimize muscle pain by guiding your clinician toward a more suitable statin and/or dosage. [2]
  • Continue your cholesterol-lowering treatment in a personalized way to maintain its heart-protective benefits.

Choosing the right medication to prevent blood clots

The Cardio PGx test may also be useful if you are about to start clopidogrel/Plavix® after a stroke, heart attack, or before a heart procedure (such as placing a small expandable metal tube, or “stent,” to open a blocked artery).

For clopidogrel to be effective, it must be activated by an enzyme called CYP2C19. However, approximately 30% of the general population does not have enough of this enzyme, which can reduce the effectiveness of the medication.[3]

The test can show whether your body can properly activate clopidogrel. If it cannot, your doctor can choose a more suitable treatment, helping to reduce the risk of blood clots and strokes by approximately 40% (4.5% risk with PGx vs. 7.0% without PGx). [4,5]

List of medications covered by the Cardio PGx test

Click here for the list of all medications covered

Advantages of the PGx Cardio test

Over 60 medications covered

Over 60 medications covered

A simple saliva sample is enough

A simple saliva sample is enough

Results in 10 business days

Results in 10 business days

Dosage recommendations

Dosage recommendations

Talk to your doctor about the test

Want to talk to your doctor about pharmacogenomic testing?
Download the documentation to start the conversation.

Documentation
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How does the PGx test work?

Step 1

Order your test online

Choose one or more genetic tests from our online store. Receive your kit within 2 to 3 business days. 
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Step 2

Collect your saliva sample

Follow the instructions in the kit, then send your saliva sample using the prepaid return envelope.
Collect your saliva sample
Step 3

Receive your report and a free consultation

Your results will be available within 10 business days after we receive your sample. Meet with one of our specialists to review your results.
Receive your report and a free consultation
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At Biron, safeguarding your privacy is our core commitment.

Ensuring the security and confidentiality of your information is a top priority for us. Your genetic data is encrypted on multiple levels and stored on Canadian servers that meet or exceed the most stringent security standards. No information is ever disclosed to third parties without your consent.

Avoid the lengthy process of trial and error. Order your test today.

Avoid the lengthy process of trial and error. Order your test today.

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Frequently asked questions about genetic testing, pharmacogenomics, and nutrition

FAQ

Can I do the test without a prescription?

My doctor doesn't know about the test, but I'd like to have it done.

Can I combine this genetic test with others?

Is DNA testing covered by insurance plans?

Do I have to stop taking my medication to do the test?

Sources5
  1. Warden et al. Assessment and management of statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS): A clinical perspective from the National Lipid Association. Journal of Clinical Lipidology (2023) 17:19-39.
  2. Cooper-DeHoff et al. The Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium Guideline for SLCO1B1, ABCG2, and CYP2C9 genotypes and Statin-Associated Musculoskeletal Symptoms. Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (2022) 111:1007-1021.
  3. Koopmans et al. Meta-analysis of probability estimates of worldwide variation of CYP2D6 and CYP2C19. Translational Psychiatry (2021) 11:141.
  4. Lee et al. Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium Guideline for CYP2C19 Genotype and Clopidogrel Therapy: 2022 Update. Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (2022) 112(5):959-967.
  5. Ingraham et al. Genetic-Guided Oral P2Y12 Inhibitor Selection and Cumulative Ischemic Events After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. JACC Cardiovascular Interventions (2023) 16:816-825.