What Ambry Genetics does
Ambry Genetics is a clinical diagnostic laboratory specializing in genetic testing for hereditary cancer, cardiovascular conditions, neurological disorders, and other genetic conditions. Tests are ordered by healthcare providers and processed in their CLIA-certified lab with expert variant classification.
Key features
- Clinical diagnostic genetic testing (CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited)
- Hereditary cancer panels (comprehensive BRCA and multi-gene panels)
- Cardiovascular genetic testing
- Neurological condition testing
- Exome and genome sequencing for rare disease diagnosis
- Expert variant classification team
- Genetic counseling support
Health analysis: how they differ
Ambry Genetics is a clinical lab, not a consumer service. Tests require a healthcare provider's order. They don't accept consumer raw data uploads, don't provide lifestyle or nutrition insights, and don't offer consumer-facing health exploration tools. Pricing is typically covered by insurance when clinically indicated.
Your DNA Unlocked takes a different approach: transparent clinical databases (ClinVar with 341,000+ classified variants, PharmGKB for drug-gene interactions), detailed pharmacogenomics (CYP2D6, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, CYP3A4, CYP1A2), methylation pathway analysis (MTHFR, COMT, MTRR), and a structured health protocol with specific recommendations.
The bottom line
Ambry Genetics provides diagnostic-grade testing ordered by clinicians. Your DNA Unlocked provides consumer health analysis from existing raw data. If consumer testing flags something clinically significant, diagnostic confirmation through a lab like Ambry is the appropriate next step.
Who should use which
Choose Ambry Genetics if:
- Your doctor has ordered diagnostic genetic testing
- You have a family history requiring clinical-grade screening
- You need expert variant classification for a specific condition
- You're seeking a CLIA-certified diagnostic answer
Choose Your DNA Unlocked if:
- You already have raw DNA data and want deep health analysis
- You want detailed pharmacogenomics (how your genes affect medication response)
- You want comprehensive disease risk screening against ClinVar
- You want an actionable health protocol with supplement, diet, and monitoring guidance
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Ambry Genetics to use Your DNA Unlocked?
No. Your DNA Unlocked accepts raw data from 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and other major testing companies. You need a raw data file from some provider, but it doesn't have to be Ambry Genetics.
Can I use both?
In many cases, yes. If Ambry Genetics generates raw data you can download, you can upload it to Your DNA Unlocked for additional health analysis. The services can complement each other.
What if I already have data from a different company?
Your DNA Unlocked works with raw data from 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and other major providers. You don't need to switch to or buy from Ambry Genetics.