Genica DNA Sport and Diet Test
Genetics of Sport

DNA Sport and Diet Test

In the age of fitness and healthy living, many professionals and personal coaches hold conflicting views. Some offer conservative methods of sports and nutrition, others rely on alternative techniques, and so we are continuously looking for the best diet and exercise regimen. Where lies the truth? The truth is in our genes: each of us reacts differently to different sports and diets. That is why DNASportFit panels analyze genetic markers, based on which an individual and effective diet and training program, in accordance with the specifics of your genome, is prepared.

The tests will give you key information to properly plan your training program and achieve the desired result, avoiding the risk of injury and trauma. Find out what type of skeletal musculature you have, what your muscle endurance, explosiveness and aerobic capacity are (VO2max). Learn about the tendency of your muscles to endure strength training, their resistance to fatigue and their ability to regenerate.

Exercises do not work the same way on all people. In your genetic code, we can see your overall predisposition to the benefits of sport: are you prone to losing weight exercising, your insulin sensitivity during exercise, and even lowering your cholesterol through exercise.

The panels are also used in setting at individual and proper way of dieting and taking food supplements (vitamins and minerals). The goal is to improve the quality of life for people of different age groups.

Personalized Nutrition and Sports Plan

DNA Nutri

The DNA Nutri panel includes genetic markers known to be most important for the metabolism of essential macronutrients. Some people may be more sensitive to the amount of fats and carbohydrates they consume, while others may achieve optimal weight loss with a proper nutrition and sports plan. The aim is to achieve long-term results, excluding the negatives of the so-called "Yo-yo effect".

The test results will provide information about:

- Tendency to accumulate fat and extra weight (obesity) 

- Efficiency in fat breakdown

- The use of carbohydrates during to physical activity and stress 

The results will help in determining: 

- Diet (type of diet) - low-carbohydrate, low-lipid, balanced 

- Physical activity - degree of intensity, training program

Diagnostic Range: Genetic variants in the genes FABP2, PPARG, ADRB2, ADRB3

Diagnostic Method: Sanger sequencing/ RFLP

Research Material: 6 ml venous blood / 2 ml peripheral blood

Results within: 10 business days

Fee: BGN 230

Used in

 Nutrition; Fitness; Healthy diet

Personalized Nutrition and Sports Plan

DNA Nutri Plus

The DNA Nutri Plus panel is an extended version of the DNA Nutri panel and includes genetic markers known to be most important for the metabolism of essential macronutrients as well as those involved in the absorption of important for the body vitamins. The test will also provide information about the need to take additional antioxidants to cleanse the body.

The test results will provide information about: tendency to accumulate fat and extra weight (obesity), efficiency in fat breakdown, the use of carbohydrates during to physical activity and stress, sensitivity to the sodium composition of food, skeletal muscle type, muscle strength and endurance during exercise, absorption of vitamins, and antioxidant capacity and detoxification.

The results will help in determining: 

- Diet (type of diet) - low-carbohydrate, low-lipid, balanced 

- Physical activity - degree of intensity, training program

- Need to take vitamins - B6, B9 (folinic acid), B12 and vitamin D 

- Need to take antioxidants / foods rich in antioxidants 

Diagnostic Range: Genetic variants in the genes FABP2, PPARG, ADRB2, ADRB3, FTO, ACE, MTHFR, FUT, VDR, SOD2 are analyzed

Diagnostic Method: Sanger sequencing/ RFLP

Research Material: 6 ml venous blood / 2 ml peripheral blood

Results within: 10 business days

Fee: BGN 560

Used in

 Nutrition; Fitness; Healthy eating 

Personalized Nutrition and Sports Plan

DNA Pro

The DNA Pro panel includes analysis of genetic markers that determine differences in metabolism, lipolysis, and fat absorption. The results are useful in providing an appropriate nutrition and sport plan.

The test results will provide information about: tendency to accumulate fat and extra weight (obesity), efficiency in fat breakdown, sensitivity to the sodium composition of food, skeletal muscle type, muscle strength and endurance during exercise, tendency to recover from injuries.

The results will help in determining: 

- Diet (type of diet) - low-carbohydrate, low-lipid, balanced 

- Physical activity - degree of intensity, training program

- Risk of sports injuries

Diagnostic Range: Genetic variants in the genes FABP2, PPARG, ADRB2, ADRB3, ACTN3, ACE, MMP3 are tested

Diagnostic Method: Sanger sequencing/ RFLP

Research Material: 6 ml venous blood / 2 ml peripheral blood

Results within: 10 business days

Fee: BGN 320

Used in

Nutrition; Fitness; Healthy eating

Personalized Nutrition and Sports Plan

DNA Sport

The DNA Sport panel includes genetic markers providing information for preparing a highly effective personalized training program. It will help you avoid the negatives and the waste of time from the trial-and-error approach.

The test results will provide information about: your skeletal muscle type, muscle strength and endurance during exercise, sensitivity to the sodium composition of food, heart rate and blood pressure regulation, risk of muscle inflammation and tendency to break down and accumulate fat.

The results will help in determining: 

- Physical activity - type, duration, intensity, and frequency of the exercises practiced

- Diet (type of diet) - low-carbohydrate, low-lipid, balanced 

Diagnostic Range: Genetic variants in the genes ACTN3, ACE, IL-6, ADRB2, ADRB3 are analyzed

Diagnostic Method: Sanger sequencing/ RFLP

Research Material: 6 ml venous blood / 2 ml peripheral blood

Results within: 10 business days

Fee: BGN 240

Used in

Nutrition; Fitness; Healthy eating

Personalized Nutrition and Sports Plan

DNA Sport Plus

The DNA Sport Plus is an extended version of the DNA Sport Panel and includes analysis of genetic markers providing information for preparing a highly effective personalized training program. It is suitable for people who like physical exercise and want to achieve the best results, as well as for people who do sports professionally.

The test results will provide information about: your skeletal muscle type, muscle strength and endurance during exercise, tendency to gain muscle mass, risk of muscle inflammation, heart rate and blood pressure regulation, sensitivity to the sodium composition of food, tendency to break down and accumulate fat and hormonal balance.

The results will help in determining: 

- Physical activity - type, duration, intensity, and frequency of the exercises practiced

- Risk of sports injuries and inflammations

- Diet (type of diet) - low-carbohydrate, low-lipid, balanced 

- Testosterone production (in men)

Diagnostic Range: Genetic variants in the genes ACTN3, ACE, AGT, IL-6, MMP3, ADRB2, ADRB3, SHBG are tested

Diagnostic Method: Sanger sequencing/ RFLP

Research Material: 6 ml venous blood / 2 ml peripheral blood

Deadline for analysis: 10 business days

Fee: BGN 440

Used in

Nutrition; Fitness; Healthy eating

Personalized Nutrition and Sports Plan

DNASportFit - All in one

The DNA SportFit - All in one panel is a complete package of genetic markers, providing information about the individual response to a certain lifestyle, including an appropriate nutrition and exercise plan, as well as the need for supplementation. Based on the obtained results, personalized programs for prevention, nutrition and training are developed.

The test results will provide information about:: tendency to accumulate fat and extra weight (obesity), efficiency in breaking down fat, absorption of carbohydrates in response to physical activity and stress, type of skeletal muscle, muscle strength and endurance during exercise, tendency to accumulate muscle mass, risk of muscle inflammation, heart rate and blood pressure regulation, sensitivity to the sodium composition of food, absorption of vitamins, hormonal balance, antioxidant capacity and detoxification and lactose intolerance.

The results will help in determining:

- Diet - (type of diet) low-carbohydrate, low-lipid, balanced; tolerance to foods high in sodium content

- Training plan - type, duration, intensity and frequency of practiced exercises, the need for training under hypoxia and the appropriate type of cardio training

- Risk of sports injuries and inflammations

- Testosterone production (in men)

 - Need to take vitamins - A, B6, B9 (folic acid), B12 and vitamin D

- Need to take antioxidants / foods rich in antioxidants

- Individual lactate threshold (tendency to accumulate lactic acid)

Diagnostic Range: Genetic variants in the genes FABP2, PPARG, ADRB2, ADRB3, FTO, HIF1, MCT1, COL1A1, ACTN3, ACE, AGT, MMP3, IL-6, MTHFR, FUT, VDR, NBPF3, BCMO1, SOD2, SHB2, MCM6/LCT are tested

Diagnostic Method: Sanger sequencing/ RFLP

Research Material: 6 ml venous blood / 2 ml peripheral blood

Results within: 10 business days

Fee: BGN 1,140

Used in

Nutrition; Fitness; Healthy eating