DNA Testing · 3 min read
Understanding MTHFR and 23andMe Testing
23andMe offers a way to test for MTHFR variants. However, is it worth it and should you do it?
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 3 min read
The Shared African Ancestry of All Humans
Extensive evidence supports the theory that modern humans (Homo sapiens) originated in Africa from genetic, fossil, and archaeological evidence.
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 4 min read
Can Your Blood Type Reveal Your Heritage?
Understanding how your blood type is inherited can feel like opening a family scrapbook written in genes. Yet the story those genes tell is short, and we clarify what blood type can and cannot reveal about your heritage.
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 4 min read
How to Do an Ancestry DNA Test Without Spitting
Collecting enough saliva can be tough for kids, older adults, or anyone with a dry-mouth condition. Cheek swabs and a few simple workarounds can still get your DNA to the lab and keep your family-history project on track.
Angela Natividad · Feb 23, 2024
DNA Testing · 7 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 · 8 min read
The Best DNA Tests for Learning About Your Health and Genetic Risks
23andMe is still the most accessible health DNA test for most people. For deeper analysis, whole genome sequencing from Sequencing.com gives you more complete data to work with.
Katrina Canlas · Feb 5, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 4 min read
10 Reasons You Should Get a Cat DNA Test
Curious about your mysterious feline friend? A cat DNA test can offer clues about breed ancestry, selected health markers, and other useful traits.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 25, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 5 min read
Basepaws Review (2026): The Best First Cat DNA Kit for Most Owners
Basepaws offers two cat DNA kits: the Breed+Health kit at $149 and the Whole Genome test at $299. Both include breed group analysis, health markers, and a dental health report. Here is what you actually get and whether it is worth buying.
Angela Natividad · Jan 12, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 4 min read
How to Tell What Kind of Cat You Have
Most rescue cats are lovable mysteries. Yet every tuft of fur and whisker length holds a clue about the breeds in your companion's family tree. We show what to read so you can identify the right breed before testing.
Angela Natividad · Jan 12, 2024
DNA Testing · 13 min read
What is a Genetic Counselor?
A genetic counselor is a healthcare expert who helps people understand inherited conditions, family risk, and what genetic testing results may mean for them.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 3, 2024