Rightangled Blog | Genetics 101

You might always be wondering why every living being in this world is different from one another. Why can’t any single being be identical to the other? For explaining all of this, we need to dive into the cellular level and elaborate on DNA.

Dr. Sibtain Anwar

Known Unknowns

June 24, 2019

To any given individual, the risk of heart disease is very much an ‘all or none’ phenomenon. What is far more powerful and relevant is identifying the risk early so we can modify it, with expert advice.

Leanne Edermaniger

Why Genetics Alone is Not Enough

September 2, 2019

We are all individual and our genetic makeup means our bodies may respond differently to certain diets and even exercise regimes. So, we must consider the interaction between our genes and the food we put into our body, and the effect this has on our health. Put simply, this is nutrigenomics.

Sakina J.

Nutrigenomics: Your Genes, Diet and Health

March 4, 2019

Nutrigenomics is the interaction between your genes, diet and your health. While some people successfully lose weight, others might gain a few more pounds on the same diet. The differences in responses is mostly because of our genetic make-up. Moreover, several studies have shown that the complex interactions between your genes and your diet can aid the progression or heighten the severity of many chronic conditions.

Sakina J.

Does the “Best DNA Test” even Exist?

October 18, 2019

Several DNA testing companies make promises to unlock the mysteries of your genes and just like many other people, you may want to know what sets different offerings apart? Here are the 7 top metrics you should be considering before buying a DNA testing kit.

Dr Sohaib Imtiaz

The ‘Genomic volunteers’

February 4, 2019

The recent announcement by Matt Hanckock, the Health secretary, of the promotion of genetic testing via ‘genomic volunteers’ will be a colossal step forward for health.

Tavid Westerhoff-Mason

What Are Genes?

March 31, 2019

Your DNA is packed with information that can affect your everyday life, but how?

Orla Green

The Silent Killers

March 25, 2018

Diseases can be inherited from our parents in several ways, but the two most common are dominant inheritance and recessive inheritance.

Emily Laverick

The relationship between Diabetes and Genetics.

December 20, 2018

In this article, we explore what diabetes is and how genetics can affect the risk of developing the disease.

Emily Laverick

The Genomic Generation

September 17, 2018

DNA testing might be frightening for some, here we lay out why you shouldn't be afraid of knowing your health risks and how that knowledge can be a very powerful tool for a healthy future.

Orla Green

What is Personalised Medicine?

July 5, 2018

Every DNA is unique and decoding this message can uncover essential traits which influence the health of the individual and how they respond to certain medication. The field of personalised medicine is at the forefront of healthcare interest, yet this promising medical sector was non-existent beyond 20 years ago.

Tavid Westerhoff-Mason

What Causes Inherited Heart Conditions?

June 21, 2018

Inherited heart conditions are a fact of life for many people. Let's learn about how they actually come about.

Emily Laverick

Digital innovations shaping healthcare.

September 3, 2018

We have selected a few of the latest advancements in Digital Technology that we believe will contribute signifcantly to the future of healthcare. Check them out.

Hitesh Shukla

Genotyping

March 25, 2018

Did you ever wonder how a simple saliva sample can give you so much information? The answer is Genotyping. Read more to learn about the science and the process of Genotyping technology.

Tavid Westerhoff-Mason

Genetics from the Beginning

May 30, 2018

For most of human history the prevailing theory of how traits are passed from parents to offspring has been an ill defined blending effect. Children were thought to be the average of their parents. We have come a long way.

Tavid Westerhoff-Mason

Personalised Medicine is Ready for Practice

April 3, 2018

DNA Testing for specific genetic mutations was often time-consuming and specific to the suspected diagnosis. However, new methods are changing that and with advances in technology, it is becoming possible to use unique information from our genes to tailor treatments for individuals. Learn about the current state of art in clinical genomics.

Tavid Westerhoff-Mason

10 Reasons to Get a DNA Test

November 20, 2019

Genetic testing has been the dream of scientists since DNA was first discovered. However, that dream has only just become a reality. For the first time, treatments can be personalised based on a genetic profile. This is the current frontier of medical science. But if you are wondering why someone takes a DNA test? or maybe asking yourself should I get a DNA test? Find your reason here!

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Genetics 101

DNA, The Building Block of Everything

You might always be wondering why every living being in this world is different from one another. Why can’t any single being be identical to the other? For explaining all of this, we need to dive into the cellular level and elaborate on DNA.

Known Unknowns

To any given individual, the risk of heart disease is very much an ‘all or none’ phenomenon. What is far more powerful and relevant is identifying the risk early so we can modify it, with expert advice.

Why Genetics Alone is Not Enough

We are all individual and our genetic makeup means our bodies may respond differently to certain diets and even exercise regimes. So, we must consider the interaction between our genes and the food we put into our body, and the effect this has on our health. Put simply, this is nutrigenomics.

Nutrigenomics: Your Genes, Diet and Health

Does the “Best DNA Test” even Exist?

Several DNA testing companies make promises to unlock the mysteries of your genes and just like many other people, you may want to know what sets different offerings apart? Here are the 7 top metrics you should be considering before buying a DNA testing kit.

The ‘Genomic volunteers’

The recent announcement by Matt Hanckock, the Health secretary, of the promotion of genetic testing via ‘genomic volunteers’ will be a colossal step forward for health.

What Are Genes?

Your DNA is packed with information that can affect your everyday life, but how?

The Silent Killers

Diseases can be inherited from our parents in several ways, but the two most common are dominant inheritance and recessive inheritance.

The relationship between Diabetes and Genetics.

In this article, we explore what diabetes is and how genetics can affect the risk of developing the disease.

The Genomic Generation

DNA testing might be frightening for some, here we lay out why you shouldn't be afraid of knowing your health risks and how that knowledge can be a very powerful tool for a healthy future.

What is Personalised Medicine?

What Causes Inherited Heart Conditions?

Inherited heart conditions are a fact of life for many people. Let's learn about how they actually come about.

Digital innovations shaping healthcare.

We have selected a few of the latest advancements in Digital Technology that we believe will contribute signifcantly to the future of healthcare. Check them out.

Genotyping

Did you ever wonder how a simple saliva sample can give you so much information? The answer is Genotyping. Read more to learn about the science and the process of Genotyping technology.

Genetics from the Beginning

For most of human history the prevailing theory of how traits are passed from parents to offspring has been an ill defined blending effect. Children were thought to be the average of their parents. We have come a long way.

Personalised Medicine is Ready for Practice

10 Reasons to Get a DNA Test

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