Your Immune Heritage
Revealed

The results of this analysis show that your immune system DNA shares patterns with populations around the world. The HLA region on chromosome 6 is one of the most variable parts of the human genome—a diversity preserved across hundreds of thousands of years.

This is not a full-genome analysis. It focuses specifically on the HLA region, which has a lower recombination rate than other parts of your DNA. This means HLA patterns can reflect ancient admixture—connections that may predate what you'd find in standard autosomal ancestry tests.

HLA, or Human Leukocyte Antigens, are proteins found on the surface of white blood cells and other immune cells. Located on chromosome 6, they are among the most polymorphic genes in the human genome—meaning they come in many different types, with each individual carrying a unique combination.

This extraordinary diversity isn't random. It reflects the accumulated encounters of human populations with their environments across millennia. HLA variation has been preserved through natural selection, creating a living record of human adaptation.