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Cat DNA & Health - Page 5

Page 5 of Cat DNA & Health. Discover your cat's breed, health risks, and ancestry with our guides to the best cat DNA test kits and feline health resources.

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DNA Testing · 10 min read

What Causes Albinism?

Albinism is often caused by mutations or defects in the genes that control melanin production and distribution. These defects cause a heavily reduced amount

Will Hunter · Oct 4, 2023
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DNA Testing · 3 min read

How Genetics Determine the Color of Your Skin

Your skin tone is more than a label. It reflects how your genes, melanin, and environment work together to balance sunlight and protection.

Will Hunter · Oct 2, 2023
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DNA Testing · 10 min read

What's the Difference Between Genes and Alleles?

Genes are the building blocks of your DNA, while alleles are the term for variants of a gene. Just like how the term "soda" refers to the carbonated beverage,

Will Hunter · Oct 2, 2023
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DNA Testing · 4 min read

Are Our Personality Traits Genetic?

Personality can feel carved in stone, especially when you struggle with shyness or worry. Yet science shows your traits sit on a sliding scale, shaped by both genes and experience.

Will Hunter · Sep 28, 2023
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At-Home Health Testing · 3 min read

Best At-Home Cholesterol Tests

At-home cholesterol tests let you check your levels without a lab visit. We compare four kits by accuracy, speed, and what they actually measure.

Joel Hirsch · Aug 23, 2023
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DNA Testing · 7 min read

What Does the GenePlaza DNA Test Tell You?

Aside from our personal experience, we also scanned hundreds of GenePlaza reviews. Here are some of the most common comments we read:

Cristine Santander · Jul 26, 2023
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DNA Testing · 5 min read

TellMeGen Review (2026): Is It Worth It for Health and Ancestry?

TellMeGen covers 400+ traits including pharmacogenetics, carrier screening, and ancestry from 50+ reference populations starting around EUR99. It fits best if you want broad health-plus-ancestry coverage and do not need the polish of 23andMe.

Cristine Santander · Jul 19, 2023