Have you been wanting to get a DNA test done; but, don’t have the money for one of the “Big Three” (Ancestry, 23andMe, FamilytreeDNA))?
Genes For Good is a FREE option that will not only give you a chance to get a DNA test done for FREE; but, you will also be helping with scientific research! (How cool is that?!!)
In order to get the test done for FREE, you will need to answer some health questions and participate in at least a minimum of about three days worth of “daily tracking”. Once you have completed a minimum amount of surveys, you are added to a list to receive a free “spit test” to have your DNA analyzed. Most of the surveys are very quick and easy. It only takes me about a minute (or maybe two on a slow day) to answer the “daily tracking” surveys. Most of the other health related surveys are also pretty quick and easy - though they do have a couple that take about 10-15 minutes (memory function type tests…).
The neat thing about the surveys is that you do not have to take any that you do not wish to take. They have several to choose from; and, once you meet the minimum, you could stop taking them at any time. (I think it’s neat, so I opted to take them all - which is why/how I managed to get to the “Silver Level” after just three days.).
I’ve been checking out posts on their Facebook page to set my own expectations on when I might be able to expect to receive my spit test. I figure it might take a couple of months to even receive the kit; then, once I return it, it will probably take a couple more months to get the results back. I’m totally OK with that ~ because… it’s FREE! (Plus, I have already tested with Ancestry and have my results through them, so there is no urgency at all… )