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Can Genetic Testing Predict the Best Medicine?
When we feel depressed or anxious, we want treatments that work fast. Pharmacogenetic testing (often just called genetic testing) is often marketed as a tool for choosing medication for mood, anxiety, and other disorders. In this article, we’ll explore what genetic testing can and can't tell you about psychiatric medication.
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