You must have heard the name of DNA test. This is a medical test that gives accurate information about our genes and ancestry. The full form of DNA is deoxyribonucleic acid. There are crores of cells in our body, most of which have a special genetic coding, called DNA. This code controls all the characteristics of our body.

DNA test process

The process of DNA testing is a bit complicated and time consuming. However, DNA technology has been invented recently. The first DNA test was done by scientist Alec Jeffreys in 1984. Since then, its use has increased rapidly all over the world and it has been in use for about three and a half decades.

History of DNA Testing in India

DNA testing in India was introduced by scientist Lalji Singh . He is considered the "Father of Indian DNA Fingerprinting". In 1991, he presented the first DNA fingerprinting report in an Indian court. Since then, DNA tests have been used in many civil and criminal cases in India.

DNA size

The amazing thing is that the DNA present in the human body is so long that if it is straightened, it can reach the Sun and come back to Earth 300 times!

cost of dna test

DNA testing is done in both private and government labs. Government labs usually conduct tests in criminal cases and on government orders, while in private labs, anyone can get a DNA test done on the advice of a doctor. In India, the cost of a DNA test can range from Rs 10,000 to Rs 70,000, depending on the type of test and the premium services of the lab.

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