GeneSight® at Home

Providing a simple, efficient way for you to take the GeneSight test from the comfort and privacy of your own home

What is the GeneSight test?

We know the process of finding medications that work can be frustrating, time-consuming and debilitating.

That’s why we created the GeneSight test.

The results of the test can inform your healthcare provider about how you may break down or respond to certain mental health medications. Finding the medication that works for you can help you finally start feeling like yourself again.

Graphic explaining Fewer than 50% of individuals with depression respond to their first medication

Reasons to consider the GeneSight test for you or your patients

Had a medication failure in the past

Current medication experiencing lower-than-desired medication response

Experiencing unwanted side effects

Wanting a mental health medication to help manage mental health diagnosis

What is the GeneSight at Home kit?


How GeneSight at Home Works

Why GeneSight at Home?

Convenient

Efficient

Trust

Exceptional Customer Service

For some, suffering from depression, anxiety or other mental health conditions, it can be a struggle just to leave the house. For some providers, the percentage of patients they see in-office is dropping in favor of virtual visits. We’re removing barriers like these with GeneSight at Home.

With the same technology used for the in-office GeneSight test, we’ve created an easy-to-follow Patient Collection Kit that’s sent directly to you or your patient’s home office once a registered healthcare provider orders the test in our portal. Once completed at home, the kit is sent to our lab, and results are processed in a few days. It’s that simple.

The GeneSight test is quick and easy

The GeneSight test is administered by your healthcare provider in their office or at the comfort of your own home.

Step 1

Collection

Your provider 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

Lab

The sample is sent to our lab for analysis.

Step 3

Results

After we receive your sample, your healthcare provider will typically get test results in about 2 days.

Step 4

Consultation

Your provider can contact our Medical Affairs team for a consultation. Your clinician can then review the results with you on your next visit.

Step 1

Collection

Your provider 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

Lab

The sample is sent to our lab for analysis.

Step 3

Results

After we receive your sample, your healthcare provider will typically get test results in about 2 days.

Step 4

Consultation

Your provider can contact our Medical Affairs team for a consultation. Your clinician can then review the results with you on your next visit.

    There had to be a better way
    Caleb Whitenack, MD, Psychiatrist , North Carolina

    "Having a kit sent directly to a patient to self-administer the test works seamlessly. They are pleased and appreciative they don’t have to leave their homes to do it."

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    Instructions

    The following items are included in the GeneSight Patient Collection Kit ordered by your healthcare provider

    Included in the kit are the following:


    • Cotton-Tipped Swabs (2)
    • DNA Sample Envelope
    • Patient Consent Form
    • Medical Insurance Information Form
    • Financial Information for the GeneSight Test

    • Prepaid Return Envelope

    DNA samples are required to complete your GeneSight test. Review the steps below for completing your test.

    STEP 1

    Consent Form and Insurance Information

    STEP 1-A

    Read and sign the patient consent form

    Place the completed form in the prepaid FedEx® return envelope.

    Your samples will not be processed without the signed Patient Consent Form.

    STEP 1-B

    Provide medical insurance information

    (Choose the easiest option for you)

    Email a photo of the front and back of the patient’s medical insurance card to support@genesight.com. Include the patient’s first name, last name, and date of birth.

    OR

    Complete the form titled “Medical insurance information” (provided in this kit) and place it inside the prepaid FedEx® Return Envelope.

    STEP 2

    DNA Sample Form and Collection

    STEP 2-A

    Fill Out the DNA Sample Form

    For billing purposes, it’s important to complete all fields on the DNA Sample Envelope.

    Note: It’s easier to complete the envelope before collecting your DNA samples.

    Patient name and date of birth must be an identical match to the insurance card.

    STEP 2-B

    Collect Your DNA Samples

    Reference the illustrations below for sample collection instructions.

    Need help?

    Call (866) 757-9204 to speak to a customer service representative.

    IMPORTANT! Do not eat or drink 15 minutes prior to taking DNA samples.

    STEP 1

    Remove a swab from the sterile packaging.

    Do not touch the cotton swab tip. Hold swab by its plastic shaft.

    STEP 2

    Carefully insert one swab into your mouth.

    STEP 3

    Rub the swab firmly up and down against the sides of your right cheek for 10 strokes.
    A good DNA sample will have an abundant of tissue cells, not saliva.

    STEP 4

    Place the swab, cotton tip first, into the DNA Sample Envelope.
    Repeat with 2nd swab on opposite cheek then seal when completed.

    STEP 3

    FedEx® Return Envelope

    STEP 3-A

    Place your items in the prepaid FedEx® return envelope

    • Make sure to include:
      Signed Patient Consent Form (step 1A)
    • Patient Medical Insurance Information (step 1B) unless provided via email
    • Patient DNA Sample Envelope (step 2B) with both cheek swabs sealed inside

    Then, seal the FedEx® envelope.

    STEP 3-B

    See the FedEx® Return Envelope for easy and free return options.

    To make sure your samples are sent to our lab overnightonly use the prepaid FedEx® Return Envelope included in this kit.

    1. Rush AJ, et al. Am J Psychiatry. 2006
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