Cristine Santander

Content Contributor

Cristine Santander is a content writer for KnowYourDNA. She is an undergraduate in Bachelor of Science in Industrial Psychology, though she plans to continue her studies later on.

Tin started her career as a recruitment specialist and virtual assistant. She discovered her passion for writing after taking a break from corporate work to become a hands-on mom.

She now writes about topics related to general health, pregnancy, and childcare. Her mission is to give accurate information and bust myths surrounding wellness.

Latest articles from the author

A close-up side profile of a person outdoors, highlighting their face adorned with freckles. The background is blurred, suggesting an open area, possibly a beach or desert, with a clear sky above. The person has long hair that is gently blowing in the wind—an intriguing glimpse into how freckles are hereditary.

Are Freckles Genetically Inherited?

Yes, freckles can be genetically inherited. Freckles are small, darkened, visible spots on sun-exposed skin areas. They often appear in childhood and are common in people with fair complexion. But what causes these pigmented specks on your skin? Are they entirely inherited? In this article, we’ll discuss the factors that affect freckle development. We’ll help […]

What Does the GenePlaza DNA Test Tell You?

Source: Geneplaza website Our verdict: We were very happy to find that GenePlaza was a user-friendly platform that made genetic testing personal using our raw DNA information. GenePlaza offers several unique insights that other DNA tests may not have. After trying it out, we think it’s a great solution for anyone looking for more than […]
A tellmeGen DNA test kit is displayed in front of three report pages labeled "Ancestry," "Health," and "Your Results." The front of the box reads "tellmeGen" with the tagline "The Perfect Gift." The background features a yellow and white abstract pattern. Check out any tellmeGen review for more insights.

What Does the TellMeGen DNA Test Tell You?

Our verdict: While TellMeGen’s reports were really easy to understand (even for DNA newbies), they did leave me wanting a little more. They seemed a little surface-level for me, but that may also be because I’ve taken so many tests already. Still, I thought they were pretty user-friendly all around, and their customer service was […]
A woman wearing glasses and a hairpin meticulously analyzes a karyotype on a computer screen. The display shows numbered chromosome pairs, some marked with red arrows. On her desk, there are a keyboard, mouse, and a small box of slides.

What is a Karyotype and Why is It Important?

A karyotype is a form of chromosome testing that provides a snapshot of your complete set of chromosomes, the structures in a cell nucleus that contain DNA.1 Geneticists may use it to detect irregularities in either structure or your chromosome count (missing or excessive chromosomes). Karyotyping is the process of isolating your pairs of chromosomes […]