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Characterizing models for delivery of pharmacogenomic testing: a scoping review
Zeina Waheed1, Mary Bunka1, Louisa Edwards1
1School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Pharmacogenomics
|October 14, 2025
Summary
Pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing guides medication use. This review identified four clinical implementation models: prescriber-led, interdisciplinary team, community pharmacist, and consultation services, each with unique strengths and challenges.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Genetics and Genomics
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing offers personalized medication prescribing across various health conditions.
- Understanding clinical implementation models is crucial for optimizing PGx test utilization.
Conclusions:
- The findings provide a framework for understanding diverse PGx testing implementation strategies.
- This review assists future planning and expansion of PGx initiatives by highlighting model-specific considerations.
- Informed selection of PGx delivery models can be tailored to specific contextual needs and resources.
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