Genelex
Biotechnology ResearchWashington, United States11-50 Employees
Genelex is a Seattle-based biotechnology research company founded in 1987 that focuses on pharmacogenetics and precision medication management. It provides pharmacogenetic testing and interpretation, supported by a proprietary clinical decision support tool, YouScript, to help clinicians tailor drug choices and dosages to an individual’s genetic profile. The firm notes that genetic variation influences how most people process medications, which can lead to different responses to the same dose and contribute to adverse drug events. Genelex serves physicians managing patients with polypharmacy and also provides testing to CROs and pharmaceutical companies for clinical and research applications, supporting safer drug development and use. With a long-standing presence in pharmacogenetics, the company is positioned as a leader in its field. A noted development in its history is a partnership with the Coalition Against Pediatric Pain announced in 2014.