The history of tellmeGen did not begin in a large laboratory full of bureaucracy, but with a simple question: Why can't we make genetic knowledge accessible, understandable, and truly useful for people?
What started as a visionary project has today consolidated itself as a global benchmark in genetic testing and biotechnology. But our path has not been static; it has been a constant evolution, driven by science and a commitment to health.
Our mission
From day one, our goal has been to democratise access to the information contained in our DNA. We understood that genetics should not be a medical privilege, but a tool for personal empowerment. We started by developing tests based on genotyping technology, allowing thousands of people to discover their predisposition to diseases, their hereditary traits, pharmacogenetics, wellness, and ancestry with rigorous precision.
Over the years, we have grown, learnt, and above all, listened to the needs of our users, adapting our technology to offer increasingly profound answers.
Technological evolution: From Genotyping to Sequencing (WGS)
Science advances, and we advance with it. Although genotyping (using high-density microarray chips) remains the gold standard for preventative medicine and comprehensive knowledge of daily health, at tellmeGen we wanted to go further.
For this reason, we have integrated next-generation sequencing technology (WGS).
- Whilst genotyping analyses specific predefined markers, whole genome sequencing (WGS) allows us to "read" your DNA base by base.
- This capability allows us to detect rare variants, structural mutations, and a depth of data that was previously unattainable.
Today, whether you choose our Starter kit or Advanced kit (based on genotyping) or our Ultra kit (based on sequencing), you have the most advanced technology on the market, backed by the international scientific community.
The extension to our life companions: Koko Genetics
If our mission is to understand health from a holistic approach, we could not ignore the most loyal members of our family: our pets.
With the DNA test for dogs and cats by Koko Genetics, we have brought our expertise in biotechnology and genetic analysis to the animal world. We understood that, just as in humans, the well-being of a pet is not a matter of luck, but of understanding its biological nature.
Through Koko Genetics, we decipher the unique "instruction manual" of each dog, allowing owners and vets to make proactive decisions about their nutrition, exercise, and preventative care, based on the same scientific precision that defines us.
Beyond DNA: The arrival of Vivabioma
At tellmeGen, we believe that health is an ecosystem. Your genome is the map, but your microbiota is the engine that sets it in motion. That is why we are proud of the integration of Vivabioma into our family.
Gut health and the balance of the microorganisms that inhabit us, the microbiota, play a crucial role in our metabolism, immune system, and mood. With Vivabioma's microbiota tests, we have come full circle: now we not only understand your biological heritage, but we also understand how your gut bacteria interact with it. This holistic approach allows us to offer you much more precise and personalised recommendations.
What does the future hold?
The history of tellmeGen is, in essence, the history of how science becomes approachable. We don't just hand you some results; we give you a tool to make better decisions about your well-being.
- Free updates in the Starter and Advanced kit: We understand that science is dynamic. Your reports are not static snapshots; they evolve as scientific research progresses, ensuring that your genetic information is always up to date.
- Scientific commitment: We continue to collaborate with top-tier research centres to lead the field of pharmacogenetics and personalised prevention.
Why choose tellmeGen today?
Whether you are looking to understand your ancestral origin, optimise your nutrition, or delve deeper into your genetic predisposition through sequencing, at tellmeGen we offer you:
- Hybrid technology: Genotyping and Sequencing (WGS) according to your needs.
- Integrative vision: DNA and microbiome analysis (Vivabioma).
- Human experience: A team of experts dedicated to guiding you through every step of the process.
Your DNA is unique, and your health history should be too. Thank you for being part of our history and for trusting us to understand yours.
