Have you ever wondered why some people have beautiful blue eyes, while others have deep brown eyes? Or maybe you are expecting and curious about what eye color your little one will have? In this article we unravel the secrets of the OCA2 and HERC2 genes and how they play a crucial role in the […]
What is the FTO gene and why is it important? FTO gene, officially the Fat Mass and Obesity-associated gene, plays a crucial role in how our body stores and processes fat. This gene is prominent in our hypothalamus, the part of the brain responsible for regulating cravings and satiety. Research […]
What is heredity and why is it so important? Heredity is the process by which parents pass on genetic information to their children. This genetic information, stored in DNA, determines many of our physical and sometimes psychological characteristics. Think of eye color, hair color, and even certain talents. Genes are the building blocks of this information. They come in pairs: […]
What is DNA and how does a DNA test work? DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the genetic material that contains all the instructions for the development, functioning and reproduction of living organisms. Each individual has a unique DNA sequence, which means that your genetic code is exceptional and unique. Within your cells is this DNA, carefully stored in chromosomes, […]
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