It’s not just ATK that has been a popular test for the last few years, but did you know? There are quite a few new generations. became interested in another type of test kit called “DNA Testing” to use “DNA test“Find the ancestor’s race. or their own national origin at the genetic level
- What is DNA Testing or Genetic Testing?
There are actually several types of DNA testing. Whether it’s a DNA test for blood relationships, a test for ethnic origin, a risk of disease in the body, a holistic health check, etc., each test kit has different reagents. It depends on what we want to detect in particular.
But the test kit that is the hottest trend during this period is inevitable.”DNA test kit for ethnic origin” that makes it possible to know what race we have rooted from For example, some Thai Twitter users just discovered for the first time that I am not a real Thai person. But there is a mix of various nationalities, including Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Indonesian, Malaysian and even Finnish.
- Why does DNA indicate ethnic origins in such detail?
The answer is because DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is the genetic code that resides on all 23 pairs of chromosomes in our body. It serves to store the genetic information of living things and is passed on from parents to offspring. It is also an indicator of appearance, including hair color, eye color, strength, physical performance, etc.
within one cell of a person Contains more than 3 billion base pairs of genetic code. And if reading these characters, 1 character per second, it takes up to 95 years to read them completely.
We all have 99.9% of the same DNA sequences (DNA) and only 0.1% differences in our DNA sequences. That results in each human being different. both in appearance and internal health
In addition, with the base sequence on this DNA strand This allows scientists to trace the genetic code forwarding until they discover what ethnic origins each person has.
- How do you do a “DNA test”? Is it expensive?
for “DNA Testing” kits to detect ethnic origin Currently, it is produced and sold in a variety of brands. Most of them are similar test kits, ie in the box there is a paper indicating the method of use, a cotton swab and a reagent tube.
The rough method of examination is to abstain from water and food for at least 30 minutes before the examination, starting with using a cotton swab to collect mucosal cells from the cheek bulge. (Rub the tip of the cotton swab on the cheeks inside the mouth) for 15-20 seconds each side, then dip the sample stick into the ampoule. Then close the cap of the tube tightly. Then send the tissue sample to be examined at a lab in the United States.
For most Genetic Testing kits, the price is around 3,000 – 4,000 baht. The user of the test kit must be responsible for the cost of sending the tissue sample parcels abroad. After that, wait about 3-4 weeks for the results of the test.
In addition to the lab will return the results of the race of origin. Users can also check information of people of similar descent or potential blood relatives through the application. (additional charges may apply)
- Another type of DNA test kit can be used to check your holistic health.
In addition to the types of DNA testing kits used to detect ethnic origins There is another type of test kit that can detect the risk of disease. and check individual holistic health You can also look at personality trends and talents.
by DNA testing in this health Thailand itself is available in many private hospitals (prices are around 6,000 – 23,000 baht depending on the package chosen). enabling us to better plan long-term health care, whether
1. Make a meal plan: DNA test results will tell you what nutrients your body is most likely to get. or any type of food that is difficult to digest including understanding the body’s metabolic response
2. Make an exercise plan: DNA test results will show strength (Power & Endurance), recovery efficiency (Recovery Efficiency) or the likelihood of injury (Injury Risk) from exercise. which each person is not the same
3. Understand the emotional state of personality: DNA test results can analyze social characteristics. introvert or even ways to cope with stress makes us understand our own body better
4. Find the risk of serious disease : DNA test results can analyze the risk of brain disease. Alzheimer’s disease Cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, immune-related diseases thyroid disease Bone diseases, cancer, chronic inflammatory conditions in the body
5. Discover talent : The test results can see trends in talents such as dancing, singing, or mathematical aptitudes, language usage, etc.
6. Response to medication: Each person’s body responds differently to drugs. DNA test results can indicate whether we are responding well to the action of each drug.
7. Finding the tendency of diseases that can be transmitted genetically : in order to make plans for having a family in the future and find a way to prevent the occurrence of that disease in a timely manner
- DNA test results are just a potential trend!
However, there is some controversy about the reliability of the genetic testing kits available today. How reliable are the test results? especially in the issue of detecting ethnic origins, talents and personal aptitudes.
There is medical information indicating that DNA testing kits for health are generally produced in a standardized laboratory. Including analysis of results from specialized scientists in the laboratory with high analytical accuracy. But the DNA test results are only “Only providing information on risks and potential trends”
It is not a diagnosis or a judgment that the user of the test kit must have a personality. daily use or various diseases as found in any test results, so the resultsDNA test Therefore, it should be used to engage in behavioral modifications at an appropriate level. or according to the advice of a doctor, it is best
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Reference: samitivejhospitals, geneusdna, verywellhealth, medlineplus, dna-test.