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What is the significance of HLA-B*5701 testing?
What is the significance of HLA-B*5701 testing?
- It indicates an increased risk of hypersensitivity reaction to certain drugs (correct)
- It is only relevant for patients with Korean ancestry
- It is associated with a decreased risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS)
- It is important for patients with renal impairment or with Han Chinese or Thai ancestry
What action should be taken if a patient tests positive for HLA-B*5801?
What action should be taken if a patient tests positive for HLA-B*5801?
- No action is necessary
- Continue the drug but monitor closely for any allergic reactions
- Switch to a higher dose of the drug
- Discontinue the drug at the first sign of allergic reaction (correct)
Who should be tested for HLA-B*5701?
Who should be tested for HLA-B*5701?
- Only patients with a family history of drug allergies
- Patients of European descent
- All patients prior to starting certain drugs (correct)
- Patients with a history of autoimmune diseases
What is the significance of HLA-B*1502 testing?
What is the significance of HLA-B*1502 testing?
What is the population consideration for HLA-B*5801 testing?
What is the population consideration for HLA-B*5801 testing?
What action should be taken if a patient tests positive for HLA-B*5701?
What action should be taken if a patient tests positive for HLA-B*5701?
What is the implication of a positive KRAS mutation for drug response?
What is the implication of a positive KRAS mutation for drug response?
What action is recommended if a pharmacogenomic test for HER2 is negative?
What action is recommended if a pharmacogenomic test for HER2 is negative?
Which drug strongly requires pharmacogenomic testing according to the text?
Which drug strongly requires pharmacogenomic testing according to the text?
What is the implication of a positive CYP2C19 test for clopidogrel (Plavix) use?
What is the implication of a positive CYP2C19 test for clopidogrel (Plavix) use?