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. 2019 Oct;21(10):2255-2263.
doi: 10.1038/s41436-019-0484-3. Epub 2019 Mar 21.

Multi-site investigation of strategies for the clinical implementation of CYP2D6 genotyping to guide drug prescribing

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Multi-site investigation of strategies for the clinical implementation of CYP2D6 genotyping to guide drug prescribing

Larisa H Cavallari et al. Genet Med. 2019 Oct.

Abstract

Purpose: A number of institutions have clinically implemented CYP2D6 genotyping to guide drug prescribing. We compared implementation strategies of early adopters of CYP2D6 testing, barriers faced by both early adopters and institutions in the process of implementing CYP2D6 testing, and approaches taken to overcome these barriers.

Methods: We surveyed eight early adopters of CYP2D6 genotyping and eight institutions in the process of adoption. Data were collected on testing approaches, return of results procedures, applications of genotype results, challenges faced, and lessons learned.

Results: Among early adopters, CYP2D6 testing was most commonly ordered to assist with opioid and antidepressant prescribing. Key differences among programs included test ordering and genotyping approaches, result reporting, and clinical decision support. However, all sites tested for copy-number variation and nine common variants, and reported results in the medical record. Most sites provided automatic consultation and had designated personnel to assist with genotype-informed therapy recommendations. Primary challenges were related to stakeholder support, CYP2D6 gene complexity, phenotype assignment, and sustainability.

Conclusion: There are specific challenges unique to CYP2D6 testing given the complexity of the gene and its relevance to multiple medications. Consensus lessons learned may guide those interested in pursuing similar clinical pharmacogenetic programs.

Keywords: CYP2D6; antidepressants; implementation; opioids; pharmacogenetics.

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CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None of the other authors have any conflicts of interest to declare.

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Figure 1A
Groups enabling CYP2D6 genotype implementation at 8 early adopters of testing. EHR, electronic health records; CTSI, Clinical Translational Science Institute
Figure 1B
Figure 1B
Target drugs for CYP2D6 genotyping among 8 early adopters. SSRI, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor; TCA, tricyclic antidepressant *aripiprazole, haloperidol, olanzapine, perphenazine, risperidone, thioridazine, venlafaxine, atomoxetine
Figure 2
Figure 2
CYP2D6 variations tested across sites Dup, duplications

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