DNA Testing · 1 min read
How Do Humans and Bananas Share DNA?
Humans and bananas share some of the same genes, but the real story is more nuanced than the popular '60 percent' claim. Here's what the science actually shows.
Kelly Brown · Feb 18, 2021
At-Home Health Testing · 4 min read
Human Papillomavirus DNA Test
Are you suspecting HPV exposure? You can check if you're infected through HPV DNA testing. Read about why you should get tested for HPV and other sexual health risks.
Kelly Brown · Feb 18, 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
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 · 4 min read
DNA Testing for Twins
Some twins look identical — do they have the same DNA? What do a twin's DNA results look like? Read the fascinating truth about DNA tests and twins.
Kelly Brown · Dec 2, 2020
At-Home Health Testing · 4 min read
Do DNA Diets Really Work?
Your genes can influence how your body handles nutrients and weight loss. We look at what the research says about DNA-based diets, where they help, and where daily habits still matter more.
Kelly Brown · Oct 16, 2020
DNA Testing · 6 min read
Facts About Human Chromosomes
What are chromosomes and how many should humans have? Together, we'll explore this genetic concept and why it matters.
Cristine Santander · Oct 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 7 min read
Why Do Some People Marry Within the Same Group: This is Endogamy
Endogamy is the practice of marrying within the same group. Learn what it is, why some communities follow it, and how it can affect ancestry and health.
Kelly Brown · Oct 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 6 min read
The Tragic Story of Hicks Babies
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.
Cristine Santander · Oct 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 4 min read
What to Know About mtDNA and Testing
Discover more about your maternal lineage with mitochondrial DNA testing. Learn how mtDNA is passed down, how it differs from nuclear DNA, and how mtDNA mutations impact health.
Kelly Brown · Oct 2, 2020