MapmyGenome offers genetic tests that will tell you what diseases you are prone to
Would you like to know how prone you are to alcoholism, diabetes, baldness, obesity, or nicotine dependence? MapmyGenome is a Hyderabad-based molecular diagnostics company that performs genetic tests designed to help people get to know themselves.
“It might look like we are playing God. But we are only informing people which way their health is bound to go. My aim is not to extend life, but every individual should be able to live life in a healthy way.” — Anu Acharya, Founder & CEO
Genes in all living organisms carry four specific organic molecules — ACTG: Adenine, Cytosine, Thymine, and Guanine. Acharya put the ‘in’ between ACT and G and added ‘God’ for her book title ACTinG God. One genome can have 700,000 data points.
“I got a test done for myself and realised that I am prone to diabetes. Your genes account for 26% of risk for diabetes and the rest depends on your lifestyle. When you are aware that you are prone to a certain disease, you can make a change in how you live.” — Anu Acharya
MapmyGenome’s flagship product, Genomepatri, decodes DNA-based health problems like male baldness, cancer, and diabetes inherited from ancestors. The test can also help you choose the best drugs based on your system. By 2020, there will be an 80% increase in lifestyle diseases in India — many of which can be prevented if you are forewarned.
MapmyGenome also offers Cardiomap (heart disease risk), Webneuro (cognitive assessment), and products for TB risk prediction. A do-it-yourself swab kit can be couriered to you, and trained counsellors decode your health report and advise on the changes you need to make.
Originally published in The Week
Know What Your Genes Say About Your Health
Genomepatri by MapmyGenome is India’s most comprehensive at-home DNA wellness test — screening 100+ health conditions, nutrition traits, fitness markers, drug responses, and ancestry from a simple saliva sample.
