DNA Testing · 4 min read
Grandparent Paternity Testing
See how far a DNA test can go in finding your blood relatives — we’ll talk about whether or not genetic testing can prove grandparent status in this article.
Cristine Santander · Nov 11, 2021
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DNA Testing · 4 min read
What Does an Avuncular DNA Test Prove? How Accurate Is It?
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.
Cristine Santander · Nov 11, 2021
DNA Testing · 4 min read
Do Cataracts Run in Your Family?
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.
Cristine Santander · Aug 3, 2021
DNA Testing · 6 min read
Is Bad Eyesight Genetic? Understanding How Vision Problems Pass Down Through Families
Can your poor eyesight be something you’ve inherited? Learn what scientists have uncovered — read about the connection between genetics and bad eyesight here.
Cristine Santander · Aug 3, 2021
DNA Testing · 7 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
Can You Get DNA From Ashes?
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.
Cristine Santander · Dec 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 6 min read
Facts About Human Chromosomes
What are chromosomes and how many of them should a human have? Together, we’ll explore more about this genetic concept — and learn what it means to us and why it matters.
Cristine Santander · Oct 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 6 min read
The Tragic Story of Hicks Babies
Discover the tragic story of Hicks babies — the poor newborns who fell victim to a baby black market — and how DNA testing can help in connecting them with their families.
Cristine Santander · Oct 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Can DNA Testing Companies Like Ancestry and 23andMe Sell Your Information?
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. This guide explains what that means in practice.
Cristine Santander · Aug 31, 2020
DNA Testing · 4 min read
How Many Types of DNA Testing Are There and What Information Can They Reveal?
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.
Cristine Santander · Aug 31, 2020