Minoxidil is a gold-standard drug to treat Androgenic Alopecia. It is a prodrug that needs to be activated to perform its function. Minoxidil activation will be done by the sulfotransferase enzyme present in the scalp region. Sulphotransferases will convert minoxidil into active minoxidil sulfate. Sulphotransferase will be encoded by the SULT1A1 gene. Low sulphotransferase levels were observed in 60% of the global population which leads to variability in minoxidil response. People who are taking minoxidil for hair loss treatment need to wait for a minimum of 6 to 8 months to see the results. If they have low sulphotransferase enzyme they will be non-responders to minoxidil treatment.
The variability in minoxidil response can be identified by checking the SULT1A1 gene. An advanced Minoxidil Response Test was introduced by Trichogene, India can determine Whether a person is a responder or non-responder to minoxidil treatment with 100% accuracy. No other test is available now in India to identify minoxidil responders. Trichogene-MRT is an advanced pharmacogenetics test that analyses SULT1A1 gene mutations responsible for sulfotransferase levels. For Trichogene-MRT simple buccal swab saliva sample is enough to analyze the SULT1A1 gene. Results will be ready in 7 working days and Trichogene – MRT service is available all over India. To avail of testing services, one should book MRT at www.trichogene.in. Minoxidil Response Test is a very affordable and highly accurate test. MRT is available all over India and doctors can treat patients with more precise and precision treatment. based on MRT results non responders can be treated with supporting medicines and procedures to increase the efficacy of minoxidil. MRT can save a lot of time and money for minoxidil users said the founders of Trichogene. People can be benefitted from MRT by receiving accurate treatment.
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