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Life & fun · March 25, 2026

Gencove low-pass sequencing genetic test with raw data access

Hi HN! I'm Miguel, an engineer at Gencove. We've just launched a new consumer product that provides genetic insights using low-pass sequencing rather than traditional microarrays. For now we offer 9 polygenic risk scores based on the eMERGE network paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-02796-z After receiving results, you can download your VCF directly (no need to go through support). Happy to answer questions about the tech, accuracy tradeoffs, or how this compares to array-based approaches.

Gencove low-pass sequencing genetic test with raw data access launched on March 25, 2026 with 9 votes, #1,237 of 23,380 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches.

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What it does

Get deep genetic insights for just $69. Powered by low-pass whole genome sequencing with full access to your raw data.

Get your genetic baseline to use alongside labs, wearables, and lifestyle data to prioritize the actions that matter most. Start with your genetic baseline, then layer in periodic labs, daily wearables, and evolving lifestyle habits to build more personalized health insights. From order to insights in three easy steps. Everything is handled for you. We ship a buccal (cheek) swab collection kit directly to your door. No blood draw needed. Provide your saliva sample and mail it back with the prepaid return label. That's it. Receive your personalized results and download your complete raw sequencing data. Start with 9 DNA-based health insights across core health areas. Ancestry is included…from gencove.com

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