Assessment of the current status of real-world pharmacogenomic testing: informed consent, patient education, and related practices.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: The practice of informed consent (IC) for pharmacogenomic testing in clinical settings varies, and there is currently no consensus on which elements of IC to provide to patients. This study aims to assess current IC practices for pharmacogenomic testing. Methods: An online survey was developed and sent to health providers at institutions that offer clinical germline pharmacogenomic testing to assess current IC practices. Results: Forty-six completed surveys representing 43 clinical institutions offering pharmacogenomic testing were received. Thirty-two (74%) respondents obtain IC from patients with variability in elements incorporated. Results revealed that twenty-nine (67%) institutions discuss the benefits, description, and purpose of pharmacogenomic te

SUBMITTER: Pereira L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10895424 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature