DNA Testing · 14 min read
SelfDecode Review (2026)
Once you have your DNA data file, a decoding platform can help you understand it. SelfDecode is a company that offers DNA analysis. Read more about their services here.
Ada Sandoval · Mar 24, 2022
Articles by Ada
DNA Testing · 5 min read
What Is DNA Painter? Tools, Uses, and Limits
DNA Painter provides chromosome mapping, shared-cM, family-tree, and relationship-hypothesis tools for genetic genealogy. Learn what data each tool needs and where its conclusions stop.
Ada Sandoval · Sep 27, 2021
DNA Testing · 6 min read
What Are RNA and DNA and Are They Different?
RNA and DNA are often mentioned together, but they play very different roles in your cells. Here's how they compare and why both matter for genetics.
Ada Sandoval · Sep 10, 2021
DNA Testing · 4 min read
Are Bad Teeth Hereditary?
Your genes affect how your teeth look — they may be to blame if you have crooked teeth. Read more about the connection between bad teeth and genes here.
Ada Sandoval · Jul 20, 2021
DNA Testing · 4 min read
Are Crooked Teeth Genetic?
If your parents have a crooked smile, can they pass them on to you? Let's find out if crooked teeth are genetic and whether there's anything you can do about them.
Ada Sandoval · Jul 20, 2021
At-Home Health Testing · 13 min read
LifeDNA Review — Is It Worth Buying Their DNA Test Kits?
LifeDNA is one of the more popular wellness-focused DNA tests. Here's what to know before you buy one of its kits, including its 13 Methylation Genes Test.
Ada Sandoval · Jun 10, 2021
DNA Testing · 5 min read
Which DNA Test Is the Most Private? How We Think About DNA Data Safety
No consumer DNA test is fully private. 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and Sequencing.com offer the strongest combination of consent controls, deletion tools, and account security — but each comes with tradeoffs you should understand before you buy.
Ada Sandoval · Feb 18, 2021
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Nebula Genomics Review (2026): What Happened and What To Use Instead
Nebula Genomics shut down in February 2025. This page explains what happened, what former customers should do with their data, and which whole-genome sequencing alternatives are worth buying now.
Ada Sandoval · Dec 4, 2020
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Can Ancestry Tests Determine Your Father or Mother?
Can a DNA test determine if someone is your mother or father? Let's look at the science behind DNA testing and its role in establishing parenthood.
Ada Sandoval · Dec 12, 2019
DNA Testing · 14 min read
Which DNA Test Is the Most Accurate?
"Most accurate DNA test" depends on what you're measuring. AncestryDNA leads on relative matching, 23andMe is the only kit with FDA-authorized health reports, Nebula Genomics owns whole-genome reads, and consumer paternity kits aren't court-admissible.
Ada Sandoval · Sep 28, 2019