DNA Testing -KnowYourDNA

Make the most of at-home DNA testing

If you’re asking what the best DNA kit is, the answer all depends on what you’re looking for. You may be interested in exploring your genetic makeup, learning more about your family history, looking for a detailed health report, or trying to expand your family tree. In any case, we have some resources to help you make the most of your DNA self-discovery:

If you’re new and interested in DNA testing

• DNA Testing 101
• The Pros and Cons of genetic testing
• Inherited disease and what genetic testing can tell you

If you’re already tested and looking for more insight

• How to download your raw DNA data from every major testing company
• Where to start with your raw DNA data
• If your DNA data suggests you may be at risk, here’s what to do next

How to protect your privacy after testing your DNA

• How to delete your DNA data from every major service

Once you’ve had your DNA analysis, you may be keen to learn more about the genetic data of those around you. Keep in mind, others may not be so willing to uncover some of the DNA results that genetic testing can reveal. However, this isn’t at all a problem when it comes to your furry friends. For your pet, knowing about their health + ancestry and potential risks can only be in their best interest.

The best DNA tests for your pets

• Top 5 DNA tests for dogs
• Top 5 DNA tests for cats

Before deciding on which DNA test kit to buy for your pet, it’s best to ask yourself what you’re looking to find. The services currently on offer tend to draw a line between health + ancestry; while a few offer both, they tend to be at different price-points. 

Keep in mind that nearly all available tests provide the option to download your raw data; so even an ancestry test can be used to explore health-related genetic markers by giving your raw data to another DNA testing company.