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Katrina Canlas

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Katrina Canlas

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KC Canlas is a writer and social media manager focused on storytelling, research, and content strategy.

She combines health and DNA subject interest with editorial and analytical experience to create useful, engaging content.

Articles by Katrina

DNA Testing · 11 min read

What is a Lineage society?

A lineage society, also known as a hereditary society, is a membership group that people can join depending on their ancestry.1

Katrina Canlas · Feb 22, 2024
DNA Testing · 11 min read

What is Heraldry?

Heraldry is an established visual identification system that uses symbols on shields, flags, or emblems to tell people, families, or institutions apart.1 It

Katrina Canlas · Feb 13, 2024
Dog DNA & Health · 15 min read

Embark Review (2026)

Our verdict: We thought that Embark was pretty reliable, easy to use, and helped us understand our dog better. We wished it was a little more comprehensive

Katrina Canlas · Feb 7, 2024
Dog DNA & Health · 6 min read

Here's How Much DNA Testing Your Dog Will Cost You

Wondering how much it takes to solve your dog’s breed mystery—or to screen for hidden health risks? Prices range from the cost of a casual dinner to a full

Katrina Canlas · Jan 30, 2024
DNA Testing · 7 min read

What Does a Suffix in a Name Mean?

A suffix in a name is an additional element, mostly additional letters, that tells more about a person.

Katrina Canlas · Jan 9, 2024
DNA Testing · 6 min read

How and Why is a Chromosome Analysis Done?

Expecting a baby or searching for answers about your health can feel overwhelming. Chromosome analysis—also called a karyotype test—lets doctors look at the

Katrina Canlas · Oct 18, 2023
DNA Testing · 5 min read

Are Blue Eyes Genetically Recessive or Dominant?

Most of us learned a quick rule in school: brown eyes dominate, blue eyes recess. It sounded neat—but real families often break that rule. Here’s a

Katrina Canlas · Aug 31, 2023