This top-rated genetic testing kit is 40 percent off on Amazon right now

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While you may think the color of your skin says a lot about you, it only shows one part. Rather, it’s your family tree and genetics that can help paint a more accurate picture of your identity. From cultural customs to health history, there’s a lot of valuable information deeply encoded in your DNA.

It’s for this reason that more and more people have turned to genetic testing. In fact, at the start of 2019, 14 million people used AncestryDNA to help shed light on their cultural background. And for a limited time, you can snag one of the company’s most popular kits for 40 percent off on Amazon.

Shop: AncestryDNA: Genetic Ethnicity Test, $59 (Orig. $99)

Credit: Amazon
Credit: Amazon

For those looking for clues about the origins of their ancestors, the Genetic Ethnicity test may be for you. With it, you’ll receive a geographical breakdown of your DNA as well as data on the places your ancestors traveled over time. Additionally, the DNA Match and ThruLine features allow you to see how closely related you are to people in your family tree and beyond.

So, if you’re hoping to find out just how much eastern European you actually are and gain some insight into your past and current relatives, this may be a solution.

However, to discover information about your family’s health history, you can upgrade to the Genetic Ethnicity + Traits + Health Test. This includes health and wellness reports in addition to more specific information about your genetic traits.

So, how does it work?

Once you receive your Genetic Ethnicity kit, return it with a sample of your saliva. After six to eight weeks, your test results should be ready for you to access online.

With over 17,000 customer ratings and 3,800 five-star reviews, this kit is a home run for many Amazon shoppers. For example, one reviewer explained how they ultimately received life-changing news.

“The AncestryDNA test confirmed a half-sister that I never knew I had,” they wrote. “Unfortunately, my mother passed away almost 27 years ago when I was just 12 years old, so I can’t get any information from her. We’ll be forever grateful to Ancestry for providing the tools to discover each other.”

At that same time, some shoppers expressed that the results were more general than they expected. Still, if you’re looking to gain universal knowledge about your family history, this kit could be for you.

Keep in mind the U.S. National Library of Medicine recommends to carefully read the privacy policies before proceeding since genetic testing companies like AncestryDNA collect sensitive and personal information.

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