How Do I Get My Pharmacogenetics Test? – everlab

Getting started with precision medicine at Everlab is a streamlined, digital-first process. You won't need to juggle paper forms or wait for a physical kit to arrive in the mail.

Here is the step-by-step journey to getting your Pharmacogenetics (PGx) test.

1. Request the Test

You can add the Pharmacogenetics test to your profile through the Everlab website or by speaking with your Everlab care team. Once purchased, the test is integrated into your personalised diagnostic plan.

2. Access Your Digital Referral

There is no need to wait for a letter in the post. Your Pathology Referral will be issued digitally and appear directly in your Everlab app.

Open the app.
Navigate to your Home or Timeline page and click your Pharmacogenetics banner
Download or open the digital referral form to show the clinician at the collection centre.

3. Visit a Healius Collection Centre

Everlab partners with Healius Pathology (which includes networks like Laverty, QML, and Dorevitch) to ensure you have access to professional collection across Australia.

Find a location: Use the Healius Location Finder to find the clinic nearest to you.
No Appointment Needed: Most Healius centres operate on a walk-in basis. Simply bring your phone to show your digital referral and a form of ID.
The Collection: A trained clinician will perform a standard blood draw.

4. Analysis and Results

Once your sample is collected, it is sent to a specialised lab for genetic sequencing.

Interpretation: Everlab’s medical team reviews your genetic data within the context of your broader health profile.
Delivery: Your results aren't just a list of data points; you will receive a clear, practical report in your Everlab app. This report breaks down how you metabolise specific medications and provides clinical context for your future healthcare.

5. Review with Your Doctor

The final and most important step is action. Your Everlab doctor will be available to discuss these findings with you, helping you use this data to have more confident conversations with your regular GP or specialists about your current and future prescriptions.