Warrior Gene Test
$149.00
Do you have the “warrior” gene? This DNA test detects the “warrior” variant of the MAOA gene. Find out if your need to make impulsive decisions is in your DNA.
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- Easy-to-use cheek swabs
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The “warrior” gene DNA test detects a genetic variant of the MAOA gene. The MAOA gene gives instructions to make the enzyme monoamine oxidase A, which is responsible for breaking down neurotransmitters (chemical messengers in the brain).
The “warrior” gene variant is also known as the MAOA-L gene. Individuals who inherit the “warrior” gene make lower levels of the enzyme monoamine oxidase A leading to an accumulation of neurotransmitters in the brain. This accumulation may explain some of the behavioral characteristics linked to the “warrior” gene including aggressive behavior and impulsive decision making.
What is measured?
The “warrior” gene DNA test detects the presence of repeats near the MAOA gene. Five different lengths of repeats are included in this test: 2R, 3R, 3.5R, 4R and 5R.
- Individuals with 2R, 3R and/or 5R have the “warrior” gene
- Individuals with 3.5R and/or 4R make normal levels of MAOA protein
The “warrior” gene is more likely to affect men because it is found on the X chromosome. Men only inherit one copy of the X chromosome. As such the presence of the variant will lead to lower enzyme levels. In contrast, women inherit two copies of the MAOA gene and will need to inherit two copies of the “warrior” gene to be impacted by it.
The “warrior” gene DNA test detects a genetic variant of the MAOA gene. The MAOA gene gives instructions to make the enzyme monoamine oxidase A, which is responsible for breaking down neurotransmitters (chemical messengers in the brain).
The “warrior” gene variant is also known as the MAOA-L gene. Individuals who inherit the “warrior” gene make lower levels of the enzyme monoamine oxidase A leading to an accumulation of neurotransmitters in the brain. This accumulation may explain some of the behavioral characteristics linked to the “warrior” gene including aggressive behavior and impulsive decision making.
What is measured?
The “warrior” gene DNA test detects the presence of repeats near the MAOA gene. Five different lengths of repeats are included in this test: 2R, 3R, 3.5R, 4R and 5R.
- Individuals with 2R, 3R and/or 5R have the “warrior” gene
- Individuals with 3.5R and/or 4R make normal levels of MAOA protein
The “warrior” gene is more likely to affect men because it is found on the X chromosome. Men only inherit one copy of the X chromosome. As such the presence of the variant will lead to lower enzyme levels. In contrast, women inherit two copies of the MAOA gene and will need to inherit two copies of the “warrior” gene to be impacted by it.
Everything you need is included in the kit, no lab fees!
Your kit contains all the supplies you need to collect an easy mouth swab DNA sample and send it in to the laboratory for testing. The kit includes free shipping both ways. All lab fees are included.
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How it works
Purchase your kit
Your kit will be delivered to your doorstep within days with free nationwide shipping.
Collect DNA samples
Your test kit includes everything you need to collect painless mouth swab samples in the privacy of your own home.
Mail samples to the lab
When you’re finished collecting your DNA samples, simply mail them to the lab using the prepaid shipping envelope.
Receive your results
Receive confidential results in your secure online portal the moment that testing is completed.
Your kit will be delivered to your doorstep within days with free nationwide shipping.
Your test kit includes everything you need to collect painless mouth swab samples in the privacy of your own home.
When you’re finished collecting your DNA samples, simply mail them to the lab using the prepaid shipping envelope.
Receive confidential results in your secure online portal the moment that testing is completed.
Activate your kit
Activate your test at www.genetrace.com using the activation code provided inside your kit.
Collect DNA sample
Your test kit includes everything you need to collect painless mouth swab samples in the privacy of your own home.
Mail samples to the lab
When you’re finished collecting your DNA samples, simply mail them to the lab using the prepaid shipping envelope.
Receive your results
Receive confidential results in your secure online portal within 1-2 business days after testing begins.
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