Personalize Your Medication Treatments with our Pharmacogenomic Test

A simple test to help minimize side effects and maximize the efficacy of medications based on your DNA

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People respond differently to medications. In some, medications can cause intolerable side effects or have no effects at all. Because of this, the process of finding the right treatment can be time-consuming and frustrating. Thanks to research in genetics, we now understand that parts of your DNA can help predict the effect of medications.

Your genetic data can assist in finding the best medication options and avoid medications that may be less compatible with your DNA, thereby speeding up your recovery. Biron’s Pharmacogenomic test can help you and your healthcare provider find the right medication and the right dose faster than using an iterative trial and error process. Your results remain confidential, and you only need to provide a saliva sample.

  • Helps reduce trial and error, so you can feel better, faster.
  • Covers more than 140 medications used to treat mental health problems, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, as well as those used for pain management.
  • No need for blood sample: a saliva sample is sufficient to perform this test.
  • Share your doctor’s information and results will be sent directly to them.
  • Your genetic results remain confidential. Only you, your doctor or someone you specifically authorize can access them.

How to order the test and get your results

  1. Order your kit online. It will be delivered promptly to your home.
  2. All instructions for collecting the saliva sample are provided in the kit.
  3. Return your identified sample (and prescription, if applicable), with the provided prepaid envelope and drop it in a regular mailbox.
  4. Within 5 business days of receiving the sample at our laboratory, you will receive an email to access your results.
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How can the Mental Health (Psychiatry and ADHD) PGx test help me?

Instead of relying solely on a traditional trial-and-error approach, our pharmacogenomic test provides your doctor with genetic information to tailor your treatments [1-3]. Your report will help your doctor to:

  • Find the right dose.
  • Identify medications that may be more effective in treating your symptoms.
  • Avoid medications that are more likely to cause side effects.

How can my DNA predict whether the standard dose of a medication may be too high or too low?

Metabolism is an essential step towards eliminating a medication from your body. However, metabolism can vary from one person to another, based on their DNA [4]. Watch the following video to understand how.

Frequently asked questions

Is my genetic information shared with other people or companies?

The results of the test are confidential. In Canada, it is illegal for anyone to force you to take a genetic test or to disclose your results to employers, insurance companies or other service providers [5]. The Canada Labour Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act have been amended to support this law. Exceptions are made only with your consent for researchers and health care professionals.

How long are my results valid for?

Your genetic results are good for life! In addition to helping you today, your genetic profile will not change during your lifetime. Thus, your results may be useful in the future if you need to take other medications, possibly even for medications not used to treat mental health problems or for pain management.

Will I learn about my risks for genetic diseases?

This test does not diagnose or predict your likelihood of developing any disease. Only parts of your DNA that have an impact on how you respond to medication are analyzed and interpreted to help optimize your treatments.

If you have any other questions about pharmacogenomic testing, contact our team of specialists at pgxinfo@biron.com or at 1 855 943-6379.

Beneva and its affiliates are not in any way affiliated or associated with Biron Genetics (formerly BiogeniQ) and Biron or responsible or liable for the goods or services they offer. Any data collected by Biron Genetics (formerly BiogeniQ) is governed by the terms and conditions of Biron Genetics (formerly BiogeniQ), including those relating to confidentiality, data privacy and security. Biron Genetics (formerly BiogeniQ) will not share any genetic data or test results with Beneva.

Biron Genetics (formerly BiogeniQ) is a branch of Biron Health Group.

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  1. Oslin DW, et al. Effect of Pharmacogenomic Testing for Drug-Gene Interactions on Medication Selection and Remission of Symptoms in Major Depressive Disorder: The PRIME Care Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2022 Jul 12;328(2):151-161.
  2. Dunnenberger et coll. « Preemptive Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation: Current Programs in Five US Medical Centers», Annual Review of Pharmacology and Toxicology, 2015, 55:89-106.
  3. Trivedi MH et al. Evaluation of outcomes with citalopram for depression using measurement-based care in STAR D: implications for clinical practice. Am J Psychiatry. 2006;163:28–40.
  4. Evans and McLeod. Pharmacogenomics - drug disposition, drug targets and side effects. N Engl J Med. 2003 Feb 6;348(6):538-49.
  5. Genetic Non-Discrimination Act, SC 2017, c 3.