Amazon Prime Day is here, giving Prime members exclusive access to great deals on beauty and wellness products, smartwatches and household essentials. If you’ve been curious about trying out a genetic testing kit, Amazon is currently discounting a handful of models. (The megasale is a great opportunity to try out new brands and products given the steep discounts). AncestryDNA test kits have been a reader-favorite for years because it gives you a detailed look into your ethnicity and genetic traits. This year, it’s on sale for 67% off for Prime Day.
This genetic kit uses your DNA to narrow down your origins from more than 3,000 geographic regions and test for over 75 different traits that influence your characteristics, preferences and behaviors, according to the brand. Collect a sample of your saliva in the prepaid package and send it back to AncestryDNA’s lab. Within six to eight weeks, you’ll be able to view your genetic profile through the app and connect with new relatives online who share your DNA.
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