adjective
- relating to the study of how genetic variations in individuals affect their response to medications
Usage: technical; medical/scientific field
Examples
- Pharmacogenomic testing can help doctors prescribe the right drug at the right dose for each patient.
- The hospital implemented a pharmacogenomic screening program to reduce adverse drug reactions.
- Pharmacogenomic research has revealed why certain patients metabolize medications differently.
- Insurance companies are increasingly covering pharmacogenomic tests to improve treatment outcomes.
- Advances in pharmacogenomic medicine allow for more personalized cancer treatment plans.