Yeah, my Mom had hers tested and found out that she is related to at least two of my children. [emoji16]
identical twins get 5 ancestry dna tests.....don't waste your money.
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Just like social media - an excellent way for people to volunteer information about themselves, their whereabouts, etc., without the authorities needing to lift a finger if they want info on you for any reason. In this case, their DNA to be put into a database for future ****ery. Screw that. Yeah, I wear a tinfoil body suit.
It's all fun and games until a process server shows up, with a summons ordering a dude to appear in the family court.
Glad all my wild oats are over 21.
WebMD sent me this the other day and if you want to weed through it click on read more. How many marriages were destroyed as a result of unreputable DNA tests?
The Truth About Mail-In DNA Tests
Dozens of companies offer them, and they can be done with a sample of your saliva or a swab of your cheek. The catch is, you may learn "facts" about yourself that aren't quite factual.
Read More
Myth: All Tests Are the Same
While no testing company can guarantee that the information it gives you is 100% accurate, some are better than others. If you decide to try at-home DNA testing, look for one that meets the U.S. standards called Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and check to see if the tests have been approved by the FDA.
10/13
Myth: Personal Info
Read the fine print. Most companies make an effort to keep personal data "private," but that can mean different things. Make sure you understand what data they’re collecting and who will see it.
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Myth: Harmless Fun
At-home DNA tests can be entertaining, even if they're not always accurate. But they can cause stress, too. Sometimes genetic tests reveal not-so-happy surprises, like a family member not being related to you or the possibility that you’ll get a certain condition. You might talk with a genetic counselor before deciding whether to get tested. And if you decide to do it, the counselor can help you understand the results.
The Truth About Mail-In DNA Tests
Dozens of companies offer them, and they can be done with a sample of your saliva or a swab of your cheek. The catch is, you may learn "facts" about yourself that aren't quite factual.
Read More
Myth: All Tests Are the Same
While no testing company can guarantee that the information it gives you is 100% accurate, some are better than others. If you decide to try at-home DNA testing, look for one that meets the U.S. standards called Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and check to see if the tests have been approved by the FDA.
10/13
Myth: Personal Info
Read the fine print. Most companies make an effort to keep personal data "private," but that can mean different things. Make sure you understand what data they’re collecting and who will see it.
10/13
Myth: Harmless Fun
At-home DNA tests can be entertaining, even if they're not always accurate. But they can cause stress, too. Sometimes genetic tests reveal not-so-happy surprises, like a family member not being related to you or the possibility that you’ll get a certain condition. You might talk with a genetic counselor before deciding whether to get tested. And if you decide to do it, the counselor can help you understand the results.
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I guess, but their entire reason for doing this is for tracing their ancestry.
Mama's baby, Papa's maybe.
