Assessing feasibility of delivering pharmacogenetic testing in a community pharmacy setting. (March 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Haga, Susanne B; Moaddeb, Jivan; Mills, Rachel; Voora, Deepak
• Is Part Of: Pharmacogenomics. Volume 18:Number 4(2017)
• Page Start: 327
• Page End: 335
• Publication Date: 2017-03
• Subjects: Pharmacogenomics -- Periodicals; 615.1
• DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2016-0175
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1462-2416

Abstract

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.