GeneSight

Finding the right psychiatric medication can feel overwhelming, but GeneSight® testing can help make the process clearer and more personalized. This simple, noninvasive test analyzes your DNA to show how your body may respond to different medications, helping your provider create a treatment plan that works best for you. At FreeMind Psychiatry, Nwayabuife Obiagwu, MD, integrates GeneSight testing into telehealth-only care to deliver effective, individualized treatment—right from the comfort of your home. Book a secure virtual appointment online today to learn if GeneSight testing is right for you.

What is GeneSight® testing?

GeneSight testing is a pharmacogenomic tool that helps guide your provider’s psychiatric medication decisions. While it doesn’t diagnose a mental health condition, it analyzes how your genes may influence your body’s response to medications commonly prescribed for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mood-related conditions.

By understanding your unique genetic profile, GeneSight provides personalized insights that help Dr. Obiagwu select medications that are more likely to be effective and less likely to cause side effects. Through secure telehealth visits, your results are reviewed and explained in detail so you can make informed decisions about your care.

When is GeneSight testing recommended?

Dr. Obiagwu may recommend GeneSight testing if you:

• Struggle to find the right psychiatric medication
• Experience unusual or intolerable side effects
• Need guidance on starting treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, or related conditions
• Have a family history of medication sensitivity
• Have tried multiple medications without success
  

The goal is to minimize trial and error, streamline treatment, and improve long-term mental health outcomes.

How does GeneSight testing work?

The test is simple and noninvasive. It involves a quick cheek swab or saliva sample. Your sample is sent to a specialized lab, where your DNA is analyzed for genes that influence how your body metabolizes medications and responds to them.

Results categorize medications into easy-to-read color groups:

• Green – Medications likely to be effective
• Yellow – Use with caution
• Red – Higher risk of side effects or reduced effectiveness

Dr. Obiagwu then reviews your report during a virtual follow-up appointment and integrates the results into your treatment plan.

What are the benefits of GeneSight testing?

GeneSight testing offers several advantages:

• Reduces the time spent trying multiple medications
• Minimizes side effects by identifying better-tolerated options
• Personalizes treatment plans based on your unique genetic profile
• Improves adherence and overall satisfaction with care
• Supports faster relief and better long-term mental health outcomes

With telehealth-based care, you can complete the entire process—from consultation to results review—without leaving home.

Learn more about GeneSight testing and whether it’s right for you by booking a telehealth appointment with Dr. Obiagwu online today.