What can you learn from a GENOSOPHY genetic test?
Depending on the test you choose, selected genetic variants associated with characteristics relating to nutrition, metabolism, weight management, micronutrients, exercise and well-being are analysed.
Your results are presented in a clear, personalised report, helping you better understand your body and make more informed choices in your everyday life.
What makes a GENOSOPHY genetic test different?
GENOSOPHY does more than simply provide you with genetic data. It analyses and interprets selected genetic variants, translating complex scientific information into a clear and practically useful report.
The aim is to help you understand what your results mean for you and how they can support more personalised choices regarding your nutrition, exercise and lifestyle.
How can your results help you in practical terms?
Your results can help you identify individual tendencies, better understand how your body may respond and prioritise specific areas of your everyday life.
They are not rigid instructions or a guarantee of a particular outcome. Instead, they provide a better-informed starting point for choices that are more closely aligned with your individual characteristics.
What can a genetic test not tell you?
Your DNA represents only one part of the overall picture. A genetic test does not provide a diagnosis, predict your future health with certainty or replace clinical examinations, laboratory tests or care from a healthcare professional.
Your results should be considered alongside your personal and family history, lifestyle, environment and other individual factors.
Can a genetic test tell you whether you will develop a particular disease?
Not with certainty. Some genetic variants may be associated with an increased or decreased predisposition, but their presence does not necessarily mean that you will develop a particular disease.
Your overall likelihood is also influenced by your family history, lifestyle, environment and other factors. When a result relates to a medical issue, it should be assessed by an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Can you take the test if you already have a medical condition?
Yes. However, a genetic test neither diagnoses nor treats a medical condition and does not replace medical care or monitoring.
Your results can provide supplementary information. Any changes to your treatment, diet, exercise routine or use of supplements should be discussed with the healthcare professional responsible for your care.
Can a genetic test provide information about longevity?
Some genetic variants have been associated with characteristics relating to healthy ageing and how the body functions over time. However, no genetic test can accurately predict how long you will live.
Ageing is influenced by many factors, including lifestyle, nutrition, physical activity, the environment and access to healthcare.
How is the sample collected?
The sample can be collected easily and painlessly at home using a special swab inside the cheek. No blood sample is required.
The kit contains all the necessary materials, along with detailed instructions for collecting the sample correctly and returning it to the laboratory.
Do you need to discuss your results with a professional?
The report is designed to present your results clearly and understandably. Working with a dietitian, doctor or another appropriately qualified professional can help you consider your genetic information alongside your history, needs and personal goals.
If you have a diagnosed medical condition, take medication or are planning significant changes to your diet, exercise routine or supplements, you should consult an appropriate healthcare professional.
How long will it take to receive your results?
Your results are usually ready within approximately five to six weeks after a suitable sample has been received by the laboratory. You will be notified when your personalised report is available.
Can a genetic test be performed on a minor?
Genetic testing of a minor requires the consent of a parent or legal guardian and should only be performed when it is appropriate for the child’s age and the purpose of the test.
Before purchasing a genetic test for a minor, please contact the GENOSOPHY scientific team for further information.
Who has access to your genetic data?
Your sample is linked to a unique code, and access to your information is restricted to authorised personnel and partners whose involvement is necessary to provide the service.
Your results are shared with a healthcare professional only when this has been agreed or when you have provided the relevant authorisation. GENOSOPHY does not sell personal or genetic data to advertisers, employers or insurance companies. Further information is available in our Privacy Policy.
Are GENOSOPHY tests covered by private health insurance?
GENOSOPHY tests are not currently covered by private insurance providers in Greece. However, some private insurance providers in other countries may offer coverage.