Name: Genetrace DNA Caffeine Sensitivity Test - Germaphobix
SKU: GP-GDUSCAF
Price: 148.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Product Description

How It Works

STEP 1: Purchase Your Kit

STEP 2: Collect DNA Samples

STEP 3: Mail Samples to Lab

STEP 4: Receive Your Results

Your kit will be delivered to your doorstep within days with free nationwide shipping.

Collect painless mouth swab samples at home with the included materials.

Mail the samples to the lab using the prepaid shipping envelope.

Get your results online within 1-2 business days after testing begins.

Does a cup of coffee wake you up or put you to sleep? The answer to this question depends on how fast your body breaks down caffeine. Caffeine metabolism varies between people and a small change in your DNA is responsible for this difference.

Some individuals are “fast” metabolizers and clear caffeine from our systems fairly rapidly. Others are “slow” metabolizers where caffeine stays in the body for a longer period of time. This delay in clearance puts “slow” metabolizers at risk of increased blood pressure and an increased risk of heart attacks.

Take this simple DNA test to find out if you should be cutting down your caffeine intake to just one cup a day.

This DNA test detects genetic variants in the CYP1A2 gene involved in caffeine breakdown.

Individuals who inherit the “fast” metabolizer variant of the gene make sufficient amounts of enzymes to effectively clear caffeine from the body.

Individuals who inherit the “slow” metabolizer variant of CYP1A2 make reduced levels of protein, which results in prolonged presence of caffeine in their circulation. This increased stimulation of the body by caffeine is linked to several health complication.

Caffeine is a widely used psychoactive drugs around the world. However, unlike other drugs it is unregulated and readily available. While the desired effects of caffeine consumption are often combatting fatigue and drowsiness overconsumption may lead to unwanted side effects such as

Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about this test.

Are my results confidential?
Yes, your results are 100% confidential. No one will be able to access your account or your results unless you give them your confidential account login. You can change the password to your account at any time. Please remember to safeguard your login information and not share it with anyone.

How long does the test take?
Testing begins immediately the day that your samples arrive at the laboratory. In some special situations, additional testing may be required, which could increase the turnaround time by a few extra days. You can check the status of your test online 24/7 using your secure account login. Your test report is released immediately once testing is complete.

Would eating or drinking before collecting my DNA affect my results?
Drinking or eating will not change the results in any way. The reason that you are not supposed to drink or have anything in the mouth for an extended period prior to collection is to ensure that we have enough buccal cells to complete the test. If there are not enough cells to complete the test, then the results will not be released and a recollection will be required.

How do I ship my samples back to the laboratory?
Once you have finished your sample collection, place the collection kit box into the prepaid plastic USPS envelope included with the kit, then mail your samples to the laboratory via your mailbox or a local USPS drop box. If you wish to monitor the status of your shipment, remember to record the tracking number on the shipping label. You can track the status of your shipment using your tracking number on the USPS website.

Do I have to use the return envelope to send my kits back?
No. You can send the kits back to the laboratory using any shipping method of your choosing. Please be advised that if you do not use the included prepaid return mailer to ship your samples, it is your responsibility to ensure that your samples arrive at the laboratory. We will not be able to provide assistance for shipments that do not use our prepaid return mailer.