3andMe
12-27-2012, 07:39 PM
Who has used this service? Was it worth the money?
My understanding is 23andMe analyzes your genes and tells you information about what diseases you're predisposed to, your heritage, etc. The cost is $100, you receive a kit and submit a saliva sample. Then they genotype you, it's not a full gene sequencing. I'm not a bio person so I don't fully understand their process.
I am hesitant because you have to give up a lot of personal information. I'm sure the results are not 100% accurate and I could see a scenario where an insurance company would deny someone coverage based on information that that person may be a likely candidate for some disease.
I am still curious though. If I do it I will submit a writeup.
My understanding is 23andMe analyzes your genes and tells you information about what diseases you're predisposed to, your heritage, etc. The cost is $100, you receive a kit and submit a saliva sample. Then they genotype you, it's not a full gene sequencing. I'm not a bio person so I don't fully understand their process.
I am hesitant because you have to give up a lot of personal information. I'm sure the results are not 100% accurate and I could see a scenario where an insurance company would deny someone coverage based on information that that person may be a likely candidate for some disease.
I am still curious though. If I do it I will submit a writeup.