DNA Complete Blog – Page 18
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Articles from DNA Complete by Nebula Genomics on genetics, health, ancestry, and DNA testing, including research summaries, reviews, and guides.
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Home Cholesterol Test – Can you monitor your levels at home?
A home cholesterol test measures the levels of total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. Read more in our overview of at home cholesterol tests.
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Vitamin D Home Test – What do vitamin levels tell you?
A home vitamin D test measures levels of vitamin D, which can indicate inflammation if they are low. Read more in our overview of home vitamin D tests.
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Men’s Health Test – The start of healthier sex life at home?
An at home men's health test measures biomarkers related to things like heart and sexual health. Read more in our overview of at home men's health tests.
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What is the best ancestry DNA test? [A 2021 Guide]
The best ancestry DNA tests let users perform genetic genealogy research multiple generations and discover previously unknown relatives. How do they work?
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DNA paternity testing near me and other tests [A 2021 Guide]
With home DNA tests it's easy to find DNA paternity tests and other genetic tests. DNA Complete by Nebula Genomics offers whole genome sequencing in over 180 countries.
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Inflammation Test – Detecting inflammation markers at home?
A home inflammation test measures the levels of biomarkers like CRP and Vitamin D. Read more in our overview of at home inflammation tests.
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At Home Heart Health Test – Heart health with no visit?
An at home heart health test measures the levels of biomarkers critical to a healthy heart. Read more in our overview of at home heart health tests.
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Women’s Health Test – Can you determine overall well-being at home?
An at home women's health test measures the levels of many biomarkers critical to women's health. Read more in our at home women's health test overview.
Reports
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis – Is Scoliosis Genetic?
Is scoliosis genetic? Upload your DNA data, explore variants linked to adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, and discover your polygenic score.
Reports
Depression (Power, 2017) – Is Depression Genetic?
Is depression genetic? A genetic variant near genes commonly expressed in the brain may influence the development of depression.
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How to get a DNA test [A 2021 Guide]
Many at-home DNA tests are for sale online. How do you get a DNA test that best suits your needs? Learn how to compare companies and choose the best test.
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How does DNA testing work? [A 2021 Guide]
Home DNA testing has become popular to help discover everything from ancestry to traits. Check out this article to learn more about how DNA tests work!
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Aerodigestive squamous cell cancer (Lesseur, 2021) – Is SCC genetic?
Is squamous cell cancer genetic? Upload your DNA data, explore genetic variants linked to this form of cancer, and discover your polygenic score.
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Lacunar stroke (Traylor, 2021) – Are Lacunar Strokes Genetic?
Are lacunar strokes genetic? Upload your DNA data, explore genetic variants linked to this condition, and discover your polygenic score.
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How accurate are DNA tests? [A 2021 Guide]
Many factors go in to how accurate your DNA test will be. The sequencing process is highly accurate. Read more about how to increase your change of success.
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What is a DNA match? The basics on finding your relatives
A DNA match is when a DNA testing company compares your DNA with others in their database and identifies members that may be related to you.
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DNA diet testing — Is a personalized diet test the best to lose weight?
DNA diet testing promises personal diet plans based on your unique genetic profile. Learn what you really get from these tests in our DNA diet test review!
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How long does a DNA test take? [A 2021 Guide]
It is exciting to think about all that can be discovered in a DNA test but many wonder how long does a DNA test take. Discover the answer in our 2021 guide!
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Choosing a cheap DNA test [A 2021 Guide]
Finding a cheap DNA test that is also reliable can be time consuming. Read our guide to help determine which DNA test is right for you at the right price!
Reports
Mitochondrial heteroplasmy (Nandakumar, 2021) – Is heteroplasmy genetic?
Is mitochondrial heteroplasmy genetic? Upload your DNA data, explore genetic variants linked to this trait, and discover your polygenic score.
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mtDNA test – How do you trace your maternal ancestry?
An mtDNA test analyzes the mitochondrial DNA passed from mother to child and allows customers to trace their maternal lineage. Learn more about mtDNA!
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Y chromosome test – Learning more about your paternal ancestry
A Y chromosome test gives customers with a y chromosome the ability to trace their ancestry through their paternal line. Learn more with Y chromosome tests!
Tutorials
How to use the YFull Platform – A Tutorial for Beginners
YFull is a DNA analysis service that provides interpretation of raw Y DNA and mtDNA data files. Learn how to use YFull in our tutorial!
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Lewy body dementia (Chia, 2021) – Is LBD genetic?
Is Lewy body dementia genetic? Upload your DNA data, explore genetic variants linked to LBD, and discover your polygenic score.
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