Comprehensive Genetic Test Guides Prescribing of a Transplant Anti-Rejection Drug: Jessica Wright, Pharm.D., BCACP

Jessica Wright, Pharm.D., BCACP, explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' 3A5Q test helps determine initial tacrolimus doses for individuals after non-liver organ transplants. Optimal tacrolimus levels are one of the important factors in survival of the transplanted organ.(00:32)Could you provide us a with little bit about your background and yourself? (03:45)Will you please provide a brief overview of Mayo test 3A5Q? (06:56)Which patients should have this testing, and when should it be performed? (08:15) What alternative or complementary tests should be considered? (09:25)How are the results used in patient care? (10:38)Will you help the audience understand the significance of monitoring tacrolimus levels for transplant rejection? (12:53)What alleles are included in this test?