As a provider of twin DNA testing, we are often asked about the science behind twin DNA, especially when it comes to identical twins. One of the most common questions is whether identical twins can look different from one another… Surprisingly, they can! So, how can you ever know whether twins are truly genetically identical? […]

All relationship DNA tests work in the same way – by analysing the DNA samples of individuals and comparing them to identify matching DNA at a number of markers (loci).  Every person inherits half of their genetic material from each of their parents, meaning that individuals who are biologically related are likely to share more […]

In Ireland, almost 2 in 100 births are twins. While global data has shown that the rate of multiple births has gradually increased since the 1980s, with factors such as fertility treatments and women starting their families later on in life contributing to this, new figures present a stark change. Information from a Senior Parliamentary […]

There are plenty of famous siblings in the A-list world including the Kardashians, the Beckhams, and the Williams sisters. But what you might not know is that some of our favourite celebs have a lesser-known twin. As a leading DNA testing laboratory, we often meet families that have experienced multiple births, with twins being the […]

DNA relationship testing has become readily available to everyone over the past few years, but how do you know that the results of a potentially life-changing test are accurate? In this blog, we’ll look at the accreditations and proficiency testing schemes that AlphaBiolabs has in place to ensure that your tests results are 100% accurate, […]

World Maternal Mental Health Day takes place across the globe on 3 May 2023. The event has been running since 2016 when an international group of maternal mental health activists, clinicians, academics, and people with lived experiences came together to raise awareness and demand better maternal health services. Designed to shine a spotlight on maternal […]

It’s DNA Day today (25 April) – the annual, worldwide celebration of the amazing contribution that the discovery of the DNA double helix structure has made to medical science, forensics and genetics. This year the celebrations are set to be doubled – as it’s not only the 70th anniversary of the incredible discovery of the […]

Hollywood A-listers Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson might actually be half-brothers, according to news reports, following revelations by McConaughey in Kelly Ripa’s ‘Let’s Talk Off Camera’ podcast. Whilst discussing their new Apple TV+ comedy called ‘Brother From Another Mother’, in which the pair play fictionalised versions of themselves, McConaughey revealed how life could be imitating […]

When we talk about the reasons why people might want a paternity test, the first thought that probably comes to mind is confirming paternity for the purposes of child maintenance. However, there are many reasons for ordering a paternity test that go beyond ensuring a child is cared for financially. In this blog, we look […]

As a leading DNA testing laboratory, we often meet families that have experienced multiple births, with twins being the most common of all. The upward ‘trend’ in multiple births has grown significantly over the last 20 years, with factors such as fertility treatments and women starting their families later thought to be contributing factors. But […]