I have just learned of this really neat tool that can be used for genetic testing for inherited health risks as well as family history genetic mapping. Personal DNA testing. This is a really cool tool for adopted kids who have no family history. In one case I heard of the family actually learned that the kids they had adopted at two different times were actually relatives. Pretty cool! It could really benefit your child as they grow up with medical precautions. Filling out the 'family' form will be less in the unknown category with this useful test. I just looked at the site and had to post it here as a great resource. Check it out.
https://www.23andme.com/howitworks/
From their site:
Our Technology and Standards
23andMe is a DNA analysis service providing
information and tools for individuals to learn about and explore their
DNA. We use the Illumina OmniExpress Plus Genotyping BeadChip (shown
here). In addition to the variants already included on the chip by
Illumina, we've included our own, customized set of variants relating to
conditions and traits that are interesting. Technical information on
the performance of the chip can be found on Illumina's
website.
All of the laboratory testing for 23andMe is done in a CLIA-certified laboratory.
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