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Ties for the deepest gene count among Stride's DNA panels
A cheek-swab DNA test covering 110 genes across methylation, nutrition, fitness, sleep, stress and skin. Suits people wanting Stride's fullest standalone DNA panel without the supplement bundle.
Priciest of Stride's DNA and methylation panels
A bundle combining Stride's 110-gene Optimal DNA & Methylation test with three months' supply of its methylated B-vitamin supplement. Suits people who want the deepest methylation panel plus an ongoing supplement in one purchase.
Middle of Stride's three DNA tiers on price and gene count
A cheek-swab DNA test analysing 52 genes across methylation and nutrient metabolism, showing how your body processes folate, B vitamins and dietary fat. Suited to people wanting more than a basic methylation panel without paying for the full 110-gene version.
Cheapest of Stride's DNA and methylation panels
A cheek-swab DNA test covering 19 genes across the five core methylation cycles, showing how efficiently your body processes folate and other B vitamins. Suits people wanting an entry-level look at methylation genetics.
Compare dna and methylation test tests feature by feature across all providers.
| Feature | Stride Optimal DNA & Methylation Test | Stride Methylation Stack | Stride Advanced DNA & Methylation Test | Stride Core DNA & Methylation Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compare Health Test score | 81.6 /10 Ties for the deepest gene count among Stride's DNA panels | 76.4 /10 Priciest of Stride's DNA and methylation panels | 75.7 /10 Middle of Stride's three DNA tiers on price and gene count | 75.3 /10 Cheapest of Stride's DNA and methylation panels |
| Price | £207.35 | £278.85 | £174.85 | £109.85 |
| Biomarkers Count | 110 | 110 | 52 | 19 |
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| Turnaround Min Days | 10 days | 10 days | 10 days | 10 days |
| Turnaround Max Days | 10 days | 10 days | 10 days | 10 days |
| Sample Type | Swab | Swab | Swab | Swab |
| Collection Model | At-home cheek swab, posted to the lab | At-home cheek swab, posted to the lab | At-home cheek swab, posted to the lab | At-home cheek swab, posted to the lab |
| Gender Focus | Both | Both | Both | Both |
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