Genetic counseling is a service that explains what your test can show, interprets the results, discusses risks for you and your family, and supports decision‑making around screening, treatment, or family planning.

Yes, some pharmacogenomic tests analyze specific genes that influence how your body processes medicines, helping doctors choose drugs and doses that are safer and more effective for you

Policies on using genetic information differ between insurers and employers, and Kenya does not yet have widely enforced, dedicated genetic discrimination laws, so it is important to ask your insurer or seek legal advice before testing if you are concerned.

DNA Labs Kenya follows a published privacy policy, uses secure digital systems, and requires proper consent for testing and data use so that your reports and genetic data remain confidential and protected

Reputable DNA laboratories in Kenya follow strict privacy policies, using secure data systems, limited staff access, and confidentiality agreements to protect your personal and genetic information

For legal tests, adults are usually required to present a national ID or passport, while children typically need a birth certificate or other official document to link them to the case file.

Yes, properly documented legal DNA results are often requested in succession, child maintenance, and immigration matters, but final acceptance depends on the court, embassy, or government authority handling the case

Kenyan labs typically offer paternity, maternity, full‑ and half‑siblingship, grandparentage, avuncular (aunt/uncle), and Y‑chromosome or lineage tests to clarify different family relationships