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A genetic test may predict which weight loss drugs work best for patients

Clinical trials show people with different “genetic scores” lose more weight on specific drugs

A man injects himself in the stomach with a "pen" containing a GLP-1 drug. The man has dark skin and hair, is wearing glasses and wearing a blue polo-style shirt. He is lifting his shirt to expose the spot on his stomach where he will inject the medication. He appears to be in a doctor's office or hospital room.

Genetics tests may help predict whether GLP-1 drugs, such as semaglutide and liraglutide, or a different type of medication may work better for some people.

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By Tina Hesman Saey

People trying to lose weight often count calories, carbs, steps and reps and watch the scales.