DNAblue Wellman Genetic Traits

This DNA swab test analyses genes linked to male hormone production, cardiovascular health, prostate health and fertility. It suits men wanting broad genetic insight into these areas alongside other health testing.

At-home test
Doctor reviewed
Male

Sample: Swab
Collection: At-home swab sample by post
Results in: 30 days
Biomarkers: 17
Doctor reviewed: Yes

Compare Health Test Score Male genetics swab priced above the category median

£162.25

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Test specifications

Provider: Blue Horizon Medicals
Sample type: swab
Collection method: at-home swab sample by post
Turnaround time: 30 days
Biomarkers tested: 17
At-home test: Yes
Doctor reviewed: Yes
Gender focus: Male

About this test

This DNA swab test looks at genes the provider links to areas of male health including hormone (androgen) production, cardiovascular health, cholesterol, detoxification, fertility, prostate health, male pattern baldness and vitamin D needs. Named genes include AR, APOE, MTHFR, SHBG and VDR among others. The provider recommends using it alongside hormone and other functional tests for a fuller picture, rather than as a stand-alone check.

At £162.25, it is priced around 11% above the £145.63 median for the ten similarly sized genetic and DNA tests we track. The sample is a simple at-home cheek swab sent by post, though results take around 30 days. As with the provider's other DNA traits tests, the description covers the genes and topics in detail but does not say what the final report looks like.

It scores around the middle of the range for clinical depth, reflecting the number of markers covered, and is held back on value for money by its above-median price. Collection convenience benefits from the simple at-home swab, offset by the month-long wait for results.

Who is it for?

This suits men wanting a broader genetic picture of hormone production, cardiovascular and prostate health, and fertility-related factors, ideally alongside hormone or other functional blood tests rather than on its own. It is less suited to anyone wanting a quick result or the lowest price for a genetic traits test in this category, since it sits above the median.

We do not currently have a named cheaper alternative to point you to, but the wider genetic and DNA category median is £145.63 for tests of a similar size.

How it works

You take a cheek swab sample at home and post it to the lab. Once it arrives, the genetic markers are analysed and the results are reviewed by a doctor before being sent back to you, typically within around 30 days.

Pros & cons

Pros

At-home cheek swab, so no blood draw is needed.
Covers genes linked to a wide range of male health topics, from fertility to prostate health.
Names the specific genes tested and what each is linked to.

Cons

Priced around 11% above the median for similarly sized genetic tests.
Results take around 30 days.
No detail provided on the report format itself.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score Male genetics swab priced above the category median

Editorial confidence: 9.0/10

At £162.25, this test analyses 17 genetic markers linked to male hormone production, heart health, prostate health and fertility, priced about 11% above the £145.63 median for similarly sized genetic tests we track. It's a simple at-home cheek swab, though results take around 30 days.

Score breakdown

Clarity and documentation 7.0/10

The listing publishes a detailed description, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state the biomarkers measured, what the report looks like.
Clinical depth 6.8/10

17 biomarkers, placing it in the 47th percentile of genetic dna tests we track.
Collection convenience 7.0/10

A swab sample you take at home, no needle; results in around 30 days, slower than similar tests.
Results and follow-up 7.0/10

Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.
Trust signals 7.5/10

Trustpilot 4.2 from 395 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); trading 17+ years.
Value for money 5.9/10

£162.25 against a median of £145.63 for the 10 similarly sized genetic dna tests we track (+11%).

Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.

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