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See what you get with Pillcheck

Advanced DNA analysis

After completing Pillcheck's DNA test, you get a personalized, interactive report showing your predicted drug response to most commonly prescribed medications. Share your results with your doctor when discussing treatment options.

The Pillcheck test has enhanced sensitivity for accurate results in ethnically diverse populations.

Your report is updated for free every year as new evidence for existing medications and information on new ones becomes available.

Pillcheck covers close to 80% of all prescriptions for a wide variety of medical conditions. More drugs are added every year:

Pillcheck drug coverage growth over time 5 data points:2019, 179.2021, 215.2023, 256.Q1 2025, 285.Q4 2025, 355. 179215256285355201920212023Q1 2025Q4 2025
Pillcheck drug coverage growth over time
X-axis labelValue
2019179
2021215
2023256
Q1 2025285
Q4 2025355

Your report can also provide peace of mind that your current medications are the right ones for you.

Your colour-coded report helps take the guesswork out of medication selection for you and your doctor.

Expert pharmacist review

The Pillcheck service includes a one-time review of your medications by a clinical pharmacist specially trained in pharmacogenetics – the science that Pillcheck is based on.

The pharmacist provides personalized recommendations summarized in a letter to share and discuss with your doctor.

Pillcheck protects your privacy

Pillcheck promises to keep your personal and genetic information confidential.

  • Your sample is processed in Canada, and all data is securely stored in Canada.
  • Once the test is complete, your DNA sample is destroyed within 30 days.
  • Your genetic data is stored separately from your personal information in our encrypted systems.
  • You decide who you share your results with.
  • No personal health and genetic information will be shared with your employer, insurer, or any third party without your consent.
  • Our test is not designed to assess disease risk, diagnosis, or ancestry.
  • We follow Canadian, U.S., and international health information privacy and security guidelines.
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