GeneSight Testing
Finding the right medication for your mental health shouldn’t be a matter of trial and error.
At A1 Behavioral Health Services, we offer GeneSight Testing, a simple genetic test that helps your provider understand how your DNA may affect your response to psychiatric medications.
This personalized approach helps reduce side effects, improve treatment outcomes, and guide your provider in choosing the medication that’s most likely to work for you.
What Is GeneSight Testing?
GeneSight is a pharmacogenomic test that analyzes how your genes impact your body’s ability to process and respond to medications commonly prescribed for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.
With just a quick cheek swab, GeneSight provides detailed insights that help your provider tailor treatment to your unique genetic profile—so you can find the medication that works best, faster, and with fewer complications.
Benefits of GeneSight Testing
GeneSight testing helps eliminate guesswork from medication management. Recognizing how your genetics influence your treatment allows for a more targeted and effective recovery plan.
Clinical & Treatment Benefits
- Identifies how your genes affect medication metabolism and response
- Reduces the risk of side effects or adverse drug reactions
- Helps find effective medications faster
- Improves overall treatment outcomes
- Supports evidence-based prescribing decisions
Patient Experience Benefits
- Personalized care tailored to your genetic profile
- Decreased frustration from medication changes or trial periods
- Better symptom control and faster stabilization
- Greater confidence in your treatment plan
- Convenient, non-invasive testing process
How GeneSight Testing Works
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Simple Sample Collection:
A painless cheek swab is collected during your appointment or mailed to you for at-home completion.
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Lab Analysis:
The sample is analyzed in a certified GeneSight laboratory to evaluate how your genetic makeup influences your response to medications.
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Results Review:
Your provider receives a detailed report showing which medications are likely to be more effective or cause fewer side effects.
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Personalized Treatment Plan:
Together with your provider, you’ll discuss the results and adjust your treatment or medication accordingly.
Who Can Benefit from GeneSight Testing
GeneSight testing is ideal for individuals who:
- Have tried multiple psychiatric medications with limited success
- Experience unwanted side effects from current medication
- Have a family history of poor medication response
- Are starting psychiatric treatment for the first time
- Want a more personalized and science-driven approach to care
Understanding Your Results
GeneSight results categorize medications into three color-coded groups:
- Green (“Use as Directed”) – likely to work well for you
- Yellow (“Moderate Gene-Drug Interaction”) – may need adjustment
- Red (“Significant Gene-Drug Interaction”) – may be less effective or cause side effects
These results empower your provider to make the most informed prescribing decisions for your mental health treatment.
Managing Care With GeneSight Results
Your GeneSight test doesn’t just end with a report, it’s a long-term tool for your provider to manage ongoing care.
By understanding how your body responds to medications, your provider can make more confident decisions for future adjustments, ensuring consistent, effective treatment over time.
Get In Touch
Dr. Naiga Dohnji (DNP) is a dedicated provider, who embodies the mission and values of being a positive influence in patients’ lives, with a rich tapestry of professional experience.
- (323)694-9243
- info@a1behavioralhealth.com
- 13th Street 47 W 13th St, New York,