Can you tell me what MTHFR variants I have?
We include that in the report since it's part of the calculation of the Methyl Scale™ Numbers and people have a high interest in it. However, while a lot of emphasis has been given to the MTHFR gene being the main cause for imbalance, we take a systems approach. Even though the MTHFR gene is a bottleneck gene, it's part of a system that has back ups and re-routing, and accounts for less than 10% of total methylation functioning. One variant mutation or another doesn't mean you're an undermethylator or overmethylator. (This is great news because it gives you more control.)
How long does it take to get my results?
If you're uploading a DNA file from Ancestry, 23andMe, or MyHeritage, it takes about 30 seconds to get your results. If you haven't had your DNA collected yet, you can get results in 2 weeks with our DNA kit. In contrast, Ancestry currently takes 8-10 weeks, and 23andMe have stopped letting people download their DNA files.
What's the difference between Ancestry and Somaticode's DNA kit?
Ancestry and others focus mainly on ancestry, with health being secondary. Our DNA kit covers a lot more genetic markers for health, and you'll be able to get more information as we add it to our reports (free of charge).
Can you look at specific genes not included in my report?
In the future we may add that as a service, but right now we don't. If you'd like your raw DNA file to conduct further research on your own,
let us know.