DNA Testing · 3 min read
Understanding MTHFR and 23andMe Testing
23andMe offers a way to test for MTHFR variants. However, is it worth it and should you do it?
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 4 min read
Can Twins Have Different Fathers?
You may have heard stories of twins who share a birthday but not a dad. This rare event is called heteropaternal superfecundation, and it blends everyday biology with unusual paternity cases.
Will Hunter · Oct 12, 2023
DNA Testing · 3 min read
How Genetics Determine the Color of Your Skin
Your skin tone is more than a label. It reflects how your genes, melanin, and environment work together to balance sunlight and protection.
Will Hunter · Oct 2, 2023
DNA Testing · 10 min read
What's the Difference Between Genes and Alleles?
Genes are the building blocks of your DNA, while alleles are the term for variants of a gene. Just like how the term "soda" refers to the carbonated beverage,
Will Hunter · Oct 2, 2023
At-Home Health Testing · 3 min read
Best At-Home Cholesterol Tests
At-home cholesterol tests let you check your levels without a lab visit. We compare four kits by accuracy, speed, and what they actually measure.
Joel Hirsch · Aug 23, 2023
DNA Testing · 18 min read
Sequencing.com Review (2026): Is It Legit? 30x Whole Genome for $399
Sequencing.com offers 30x whole genome sequencing for around $399, roughly 3 billion positions per chromosome copy versus the ~650,000 SNPs a 23andMe-style chip samples. It fits buyers who want genome-depth data and accept that interpretation is a separate step.
Ada Sandoval · May 24, 2023
DNA Testing · 8 min read
Most Common Genetic Disorders In Humans
Some genetic diseases can happen to anyone. We have identified the 15 most common genetic disorders. Find out what these conditions are and how to handle them.
Cristine Santander · Jul 27, 2021
DNA Testing · 3 min read
What Happened to Vitagene? (Discontinued)
Vitagene discontinued its DNA testing products in 2024. Here is what happened, what former customers should know, and which alternatives we recommend instead.
Angela Natividad · Mar 22, 2021
DNA Testing · 10 min read
What is DNA Analysis?
DNA analysis examines genetic material to reveal ancestry, health clues, and identifying information. It helps explain how DNA is used in medicine, genealogy, and forensic work.
Kelly Brown · Oct 1, 2020
DNA Testing · 6 min read
What Are The Pros And Cons Of DNA Testing?
DNA testing can reveal ancestry, flag inherited health risks, and help you plan ahead. But it also comes with real tradeoffs, including privacy concerns, emotional weight, and results that are not always clear-cut.
Cristine Santander · Sep 17, 2019