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Pharmacogenomic (PGx) Testing · Wigan

Stop guessing.
Get your medication
right, first time.

A simple cheek swab reveals how your unique DNA affects the way your body processes medications — giving your clinician the insight needed to prescribe smarter, from day one.

What's included in your report
35+
Conditions covered (Comprehensive)
120+
Medications reviewed
Test lasts a lifetime
~14
Days for results
🧬 Supports ADHD titration, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and many more conditions.
What is PGx Testing?

Your genes are a user manual for your medications

Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is the science of how your DNA affects how your body processes medicines. Different people break down the same medication at very different speeds — and that difference is written in your genes.

The plain-English explanation

Imagine two people taking the same antidepressant at the same dose. One feels great. The other gets fog, fatigue, and side effects. The difference is often genetic. Specific gene variants control enzymes in your liver that determine how quickly a drug is processed — too fast, and it won't work; too slow, and it builds up dangerously. A PGx test maps those variants so your clinician can choose the right medication before you start.

Ends the trial-and-error cycle

Many patients try 3–5 medications before finding one that works. PGx testing can cut that journey significantly by flagging likely responders and poor metabolisers in advance.

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Tests 11+ key metaboliser genes

Including CYP2D6, CYP2C19, CYP2B6, CYP3A4 and more — enzymes responsible for processing the majority of psychiatric and common medications.

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Not just about side effects

Poor metabolisers can accumulate dangerously high drug levels. Ultra-rapid metabolisers may find a medication simply doesn't work. Both matter equally.

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Gold-standard clinical guidelines

Results are mapped against CPIC, FDA pharmacogenetic tables, DPWG, and PharmGKB — the same evidence frameworks used by specialist prescribers worldwide.

How It Works

Surprisingly simple.
Genuinely powerful.

From ordering to receiving your personalised report — the entire process is designed to be effortless.

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Order Your Test

Purchase online or call our Wigan clinic. Choose the package that's right for you — Comprehensive or Mental Health Panel.

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Swab at Home

Your kit arrives by post. A quick, painless cheek swab takes less than 5 minutes. No needles, no clinic visit needed.

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Post to the Lab

Seal your sample in the pre-paid envelope and drop it in any postbox. Our specialist laboratory handles the rest.

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Receive Your Report

Within ~14 days, a comprehensive clinician-ready report is delivered — showing how your genes interact with 40–120+ medications.

Choose Your Test

Two packages.
Both life-changing.

Whether you need targeted support for mental health or a complete whole-body picture, there's a test built for you.

Full-spectrum · All therapeutic areas
Comprehensive Package
£480 one-off

A complete pharmacogenomic profile across all major drug categories. Perfect for anyone wanting the fullest picture of their medication compatibility — now and for life.

35+
Conditions
120+
Medications
Everything in Mental Health Panel, plus
  • Cardiovascular — statins, blood thinners, beta-blockers
  • Pain management — opioids, NSAIDs, anaesthetics
  • Oncology & chemotherapy agents (DPYD, TPMT, NUDT15)
  • Anticoagulants including warfarin (VKORC1, CYP2C9)
  • Immunosuppressants — tacrolimus, ciclosporin
  • Infectious disease treatments and antivirals
  • APOE gene — relevant to dementia medication response
Also covers: Cardiology, Pain, Oncology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Transplant Medicine, Infectious Disease, and more.
Order Comprehensive Package — £480
Who Is This For?

You don't have to have struggled
with medication to benefit

PGx testing is valuable whether you're starting a new treatment or have been on medication for years. Your genes are relevant every single time a prescription is written.

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ADHD titration patients

Finding the right ADHD medication and dose can be a long journey. PGx testing helps your prescriber understand which stimulants and non-stimulants your body processes most effectively — shortening titration time.

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Mental health medication users

If you've tried antidepressants or anxiolytics that didn't work, or caused unexpected side effects, your genes may be a key reason. This test gives your clinician a clearer starting point.

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Starting medication for the first time

Rather than beginning with trial and error, test your genetic profile first. Your clinician can use results to choose a medication your body is more likely to respond well to.

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Experiencing side effects

Unexplained drowsiness, poor response, or unusual reactions to standard doses may mean you're a poor or rapid metaboliser. This test explains why.

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Managing multiple medications

Taking several medications at once increases interaction risk. The Comprehensive Package identifies how your genes affect each one, supporting safer polypharmacy management.

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Planning ahead

Your genes don't change. One test gives lifelong insight — useful every time a new medication is prescribed, whether today or in 20 years.

For Healthcare Professionals

Supporting precision
prescribing across
all specialties

Our comprehensive PGx report gives you actionable, evidence-based guidance to support better prescribing decisions — reducing the burden of trial-and-error.

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Clinician-ready reports

Clear severity ratings (Mild / Moderate / Serious) with specific CPIC, FDA, and DPWG recommendations mapped to each medication.

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Reduces follow-up burden

Fewer consultations for side effect management or medication switching. Supports confident, first-line prescribing decisions from the outset.

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Integrated with ADHD titration

The Mental Health Panel is designed to work alongside our ADHD titration service, helping prescribers make informed decisions from day one of treatment.

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Gold-standard evidence base

Backed by CPIC Level A & B guidelines, FDA pharmacogenetic associations, DPWG, and PharmGKB clinical annotations.

Sample report snapshot — mental health medications
Sertraline (Zoloft)
⚠ Avoid
Amitriptyline
⚠ Avoid
Atomoxetine (Strattera)
~ Dose Adjust
Aripiprazole (Abilify)
~ Reduced Dose
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
~ Monitor QT
Quetiapine (Seroquel)
✓ Standard dose
Methylphenidate
✓ Standard dose
Mirtazapine
✓ Standard dose
Example only. Actual reports include full gene profiles, interaction details, dosing guidance, and guideline references across 40–120+ medications.
Common Questions

Everything you need
to know

Not at all. The test uses a simple swab that you rub gently on the inside of your cheek for a few seconds. No needles, no blood, no clinic visit required. The whole process takes under 5 minutes and full step-by-step instructions are included in your kit.
Results are typically available within approximately 14 days from when the laboratory receives your sample. You'll receive a comprehensive, clinician-ready report that you can share directly with your healthcare provider.
No. Your genetic profile doesn't change throughout your lifetime. This means one test provides lifelong insight — relevant every time a new medication is prescribed, whether now or in the future. It's a one-time investment with lasting value.
If you are primarily focused on ADHD titration, depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions, the Mental Health Panel (£300) covers 12+ conditions and 40+ medications. For a full-spectrum view covering cardiovascular, pain, oncology and more, the Comprehensive Package (£480) covers 35+ conditions and 120+ medications.
No. This test does not diagnose any medical condition. It analyses how your genes may affect the way your body processes certain medications. Results are intended to support your clinician in making more informed prescribing decisions — not to replace clinical assessment or consultation.
Your genetic information is stored securely and confidentially, shared only with you and your clinician, and handled in full compliance with UK GDPR data protection regulations. Your data is used solely for producing your medication response report.
Yes, absolutely. The report is designed to be clinician-friendly and can be shared with any healthcare professional involved in your care — your Ready Health prescriber, NHS GP, psychiatrist, or pharmacist. It uses standard clinical terminology and references guidelines clinicians already work with.

Ready to get your medications
right, first time?

Order your test online or contact our Wigan clinic to speak with a clinician about which package is right for you.

Ready Health · 22 High Street, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HL
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