Who are the Melanesians? The Melanesian people live in an area in the South Pacific Ocean, that is just northeast of Australia. Countries in this region include Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea, just to name a few. A recent discovery has been made in researching the DNA of the Melanesian people.…
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When it comes to probability and accuracy in paternity tests, what is the difference? Also how can a paternity test or a DNA test be 100% accurate, yet the probability is only 99.99%? When it comes to the accuracy of DNA tests, this measure actually refers to the quality of the testing procedures used in…
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There is a rumor floating around that human DNA contains a secret message from God. So what do you all think? Is this legit or is it just a hoax? If you’re leaning towards hoax, you’re correct! The easiest way to decode this fictional story, would be to turn and look at facts. According to…
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Why do diet’s fail? Well,according to a California-based startup, diets fail because none of them focus on the dieter’s unique genetic makeup. So can our DNA show us what diet can work best for our bodies? What’s the main focus on dieting? Losing weight, of course! Typically when a person diets, they tend to decrease…
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We can test our DNA to see where we come from. Did you know that you can do the exact same thing for your dogs? That’s right! Your dog’s genetic makeup matters. Keep reading on to find out how to test your beloved pet’s DNA. Dog DNA tests were created to help determine the…
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So you’re ready to start your family tree. But where should you begin? How far should you trace your family tree back? All of these questions and more can be answered below! How to Start First and foremost, contact your immediate family; they often hold some important information about your family’s history, and they can…
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Gone are the days where you have to wait for your child to be born to test paternity. With all of the technological advances made in recent years, women are now able to test the paternity of their child while the child is still in their womb. There are a few paternity tests that women…
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Today, we are talking about drug testing. Did you know that there are two different types of drug tests that are performed? When you go to get drug tested, you’ll either have your hair follicles or your urine tested. What’s the difference? Which one is more effective? Read on to find out more. Urinalysis…
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Have you ever wondered just how much DNA you share with a specific family member? DNA Services Unlimited is here to help you out! Below you’ll find a list that summarizes an approximate percentage of DNA shared for different types of relationships. Identical Twins: 100% Full Siblings: 50% Parent & Child: 50% Aunts & Uncles…
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Did you know that there are specific ways to tell the difference between a full sibling and a half sibling? In simple terms, half siblings share either the same mother or father, while full siblings share both, but it can actually be broken down even further. It all has to do with the number of…
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