What is the GeneSight test?
GeneSight Psychotropic is a pharmacogenomic test which means that it analyzes how your genes may affect medication outcomes. The GeneSight test analyzes clinically important genetic variations in your DNA. Results can inform your healthcare provider about how you may break down or respond to certain medications commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other psychiatric conditions.
The GeneSight test must be ordered by your healthcare provider or nurse practitioner. The test is a simple cheek swab taken in your healthcare provider’s office or can be sent by your healthcare provider to be taken in the convenience of your home. Learn More
See the GeneSight Test Process
Cost Shouldn’t Be a Barrier
If you have insurance, we will bill your insurance for the cost of the GeneSight test. Some insurance plans will cover the cost though this can vary.
| INSURANCE TYPE | TYPICAL COST |
| Medicare (Part B) | $0 out of pocket |
| Medicaid | $0 out of pocket |
| Medicare Advantage (Part C), Commercial or Other |
$330 or less |
| Uninsured | $330* or less. |
*Reduced Self-Pay Cost
The GeneSight® Promise
If you decide to use your insurance and we determine that your cost will exceed $330, we will contact you before processing the test and before billing you to make sure you would like to proceed.
Reduced Self-Pay Option
All patients are eligible for the reduced self-pay option of $330. Self-Pay may be the most affordable option for patients whose out-of-pocket cost is estimated to be higher than $330, for those whose insurance does not cover the GeneSight test, or for those without insurance.
A comprehensive report, personalized for you.
The GeneSight test report provides information about which medications may require dose adjustments, be less likely to work, or have an increased risk of side effects based on your genetic information.
The report also includes information on how a patient’s smoking status may affect their body’s metabolism of certain medications. The GeneSight results do not provide information on disease diagnosis, medication allergies, drug-drug interactions, or which medications will work best.
Backed by extensive research
7 clinical studies published in peer-reviewed journals support the GeneSight test’s effectiveness.
GUIDED Clinical Study
The largest patient and rater blinded pharmacogenomic study in mental health.1
Key Findings
The GeneSight test outperformed treatment as usual
11% relative improvement in depressive symptoms2
30% relative improvement in response rates3
50% relative improvement in remission rates4
1 The GUIDED Clinical Study was an 8-week, blinded, randomized controlled trial of 1,167 subjects with major depressive disorder from 20 academic sites and 40 community sites.
2 The primary endpoint of symptom improvement did not achieve statistical significance (p=0.107). Absolute improvement of 3%.
3 Secondary endpoint of response achieved statistical significance (p=0.013). Absolute improvement of 6%
4 Secondary endpoint of remission achieved statistical significance (p=0.007). Absolute improvement of 5%
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people have taken the GeneSight test.
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people have taken the GeneSight test.
How does it work?
The GeneSight test is administered by your healthcare provider in their office.
Step 1
Your clinician collects a DNA sample by painlessly swabbing the inside of your cheek OR you can collect the sample at home using our patient collection kit.
Step 2
The sample is sent to our lab for analysis.
Step 3
After we receive your sample, your healthcare provider will typically get test results in about 2 days.
Step 4
Your clinician can contact our Medical Affairs team for a consultation. Your clinician can then review the results with you on your next visit.
The GeneSight test is administered by your healthcare provider in their office.
Step 1
Your clinician collects a DNA sample by painlessly swabbing the inside of your cheek OR you can collect the sample at home using our patient collection kit.
Step 2
The sample is sent to our lab for analysis.
Step 3
After we receive your sample, your healthcare provider will typically get test results in about 2 days.
Step 4
Your clinician can contact our Medical Affairs team for a consultation. Your clinician can then review the results with you on your next visit.
Hear From Others Like You
“I was so impressed with the GeneSight testing”
Sami, Ohio
“I’ve seen more stability and not as many side effects.”
“I’ve been through so much and now I have hope”
“Thank you for offering this test”The stories shared on this page are individual patients’ personal experiences with GeneSight. Others may not have the same experience or outcome. Do not make any changes to your current medications or dosing without consulting your healthcare provider. The GeneSight test must be ordered by and used only in consultation with a healthcare provider who can prescribe medications.
Take the Next Step with GeneSight® Testing
If you’re interested to learn more about the GeneSight test, please fill out the form below. The GeneSight test must be ordered by a registered clinician. If you are a patient, caregiver or office staff who would like a clinician to be registered to administer the GeneSight test, please include their name and contact information.
If you are a current registered provider or tested patient, please contact us.
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*Based on a review of six months of past claim data for major insurance carriers across the US. Last updated 2023.