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Cristine Santander is a content writer for KnowYourDNA. She studied industrial psychology and built her career across recruiting, virtual assistance, and health writing.
She writes about general health, pregnancy, and childcare, with a focus on practical information and myth-busting.
See how far a DNA test can go in finding your blood relatives — we cover whether genetic testing can prove grandparent status and what to expect from the results.
The accuracy of DNA results depends on how close the blood relation of the people being tested is. Find out if a DNA test can check if someone is your aunt or uncle.
Old people often get cataracts — which is why some of us associate it with aging. But current studies explain that cataracts can be in your genes. Find out what research says.
Can your poor eyesight be something you've inherited? Learn what scientists have uncovered — read about the connection between genetics and bad eyesight here.
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.
Did you know there's a way to get DNA samples from bones or cremated remains? Discover how the science behind it works — and what benefits and risks can come from it.
What are chromosomes and how many should humans have? Together, we'll explore this genetic concept and why it matters.
From the 1940s to the 1960s, Dr. Thomas J. Hicks illegally sold over 200 babies from his Georgia clinic. Decades later, DNA testing is helping some of them reconnect with their biological families.
DNA companies usually say they do not sell your raw genetic file in the ordinary retail sense, but they can still transfer, license, or share data under privacy policies and corporate transactions. We explain how this works in practice.
Do you know that there's more than one type of DNA test? That's right, it's not just for paternity issues. Discover these types and what they can reveal about yourself.