Pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics: a clinical reality

Ann Clin Biochem. 2011 Sep;48(Pt 5):410-7. doi: 10.1258/acb.2011.011084. Epub 2011 Jul 6.

Abstract

Pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics strive to explain the interindividual variability in response to drugs due to genetic variation. For certain drugs, genetic tests can reduce adverse drug reactions and improve treatment efficacy. In this review, we will briefly consider some successful tests introduced into clinical practice and potential future developments.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biotransformation / genetics*
  • Dose-Response Relationship, Drug
  • Drug Hypersensitivity / genetics*
  • Humans
  • Molecular Targeted Therapy
  • Neoplasms / drug therapy
  • Neoplasms / genetics
  • Neoplasms / metabolism
  • Pharmacogenetics