Assessing feasibility of delivering pharmacogenetic testing in a community pharmacy setting.

Journal Article (Journal Article)

AIM: To describe the rationale and design of a study evaluating the delivery of pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing in community pharmacies. Study rationale: Pharmacists have expressed interest in offering PGx testing; however, their lack of knowledge and experience, patients' acceptance and feasibility are unknown in this setting. STUDY DESIGN: Through a cluster randomized trial, we will assess pharmacist and patient experiences with delivery of PGx testing as a standalone service or integrated into medication therapy management services. Anticipated results: We anticipate that PGx testing can be delivered in a community pharmacy setting and accepted and valued by patients. CONCLUSION: This study is expected to provide valuable evidence about the real-world feasibility and acceptance of a community pharmacist-delivered approach of PGx testing.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Haga, SB; Moaddeb, J; Mills, R; Voora, D

Published Date

  • March 2017

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 18 / 4

Start / End Page

  • 327 - 335

PubMed ID

  • 28244804

Pubmed Central ID

  • PMC5558549

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

  • 1744-8042

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.2217/pgs-2016-0175

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • England