This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American As store-based distribution of genetic health ...

If you're thinking of taking an ancestry DNA test as "a bit of fun", experts warn there is the risk of uncovering more than ...

At-home gene testing refers to direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing that allows individuals to analyze their DNA from a simple saliva or cheek swab sample collected at home. These tests provide ...

Scientists at the Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine have introduced a new analytical approach that could improve the interpretation of genetic ...

The popularity of for-profit genetic testing services like Ancestry and 23andMe has skyrocketed in recent years. These tests can teach users more about their ancestry or health. But they can also have ...

Even as consumers embrace commercial genetic ancestry tests to trace ancestral roots or fill in gaps in the family tree, a team of researchers today (Oct. 19) is urging buyers to use caution when ...

Dublin, Nov. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Consumer DNA (Genetic) Testing Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Global Consumer DNA ...

On paper, genetic ancestry testing (also known as recreational genetics) sounds like a simple, fun, and exciting process, allowing interested individuals to learn more about their ethnic ancestry and ...