Pharmacogenomics is focused on genes encoding metabolic enzymes that alter ________.

A) drug distribution
B) drug solubility
C) drug activity
D) adverse effects


C) drug activity
Pharmacogenomics is focused on genes encoding metabolic enzymes that alter drug activity. It was formerly known as pharmacogenetics. It is the study of genetic factors that influence variations in drug responses. More than one genetic variant may play a part in varied drug responses.

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