When sending in your DNA sample, it’s important to understand who owns that information and who will be able to see it.
Taking a DNA test to learn about your ancestry or health can be fun, but it requires the transfer of sensitive information: your genetic data.
When sending in your DNA sample, it’s important to get a clear picture of who owns that information and who will be able to see it.
Before taking any test, always read the terms of service.
DNA tests can tell you where your family is from and what health conditions you might be predisposed to get.
They’ve gained significant popularity in recent years — over Thanksgiving weekend alone, shoppers bought 1.5 million AncestryDNA kits.
But the rise of consumer genetics tests has brought up a number of privacy concerns, since they deal with information that’s fundamental and unique to every individual.
Tech: What to keep in mind about your privacy when taking genetics tests like 23andMe or AncestryDNA
