Which of the following is a goal of pharmacogenetics?
A)Producing "blockbuster drugs" that will work equally well for everyone
B)Bringing down the cost of pharmaceutical manufacturing
C)Developing drugs that will treat very rare diseases
D)Reducing adverse reactions

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The pharmacogenetic variations in individual drug response are based on polymorphisms in genes coding for metabolizing enzymes, transporters, and receptors. The clinical responses to these differences can range from life-threatening adverse reactions to a complete lack of therapeutic effect. About 20% of drugs produce adverse reactions that were unknown when the drugs first came to market, and adverse drug reactions are considered one of the leading causes of death. A main goal of pharmacogenomics is the reduction of adverse reactions to medications.

Which of the Following Is a Goal of Pharmacogenetics