Archive for March, 2011


dna testing gone bad2 What DNA Testing Can Do For You?In 1945, nearing the end of World War II, Nazi leader, Adolf Hitler presumably committed suicide after ingesting a cyanide capsule and then shooting himself through the mouth. Later, witnesses reported that his body was cremated. Following his death, Hitler’s remains were uncovered by Soviets, just weeks after his alleged suicide. However, there has since 1945 existed much controversy on Hitler’s death. Did he really commit suicide and was that truly Adolf Hitler that the Soviet troops uncovered? History books could finally be confirmed and historians could finally die happy, if only scientists could confirm the true identity of the Hitler remains.

The frustrating part of this story is that there is in fact a way to confirm this part of history with DNA testing. So if DNA testing is available, why have the remains not been tested? The remains which are housed in Russia are not able to go under testing because of lack of money in the Russian government. If only another government could get their hands on the Hitler remains, testing could be conducted and finally close the final chapter of Adolf Hitler’s life.

DNA testing as illustrated above is powerful enough to change things such as history. It can confirm doubts and provide a truth that has long been sought after. On a smaller level, DNA testing has brought families together and confirmed family relationships. Nowadays, there exists a plethora of DNA tests that can reveal identities, help expose predisposed diseases, confirm ancestral origins and even assist in immigration issues concerning paternity and maternity determination. However, it is important that with many options for testing, it is important to find an accredited DNA testing lab that will provide secure and accurate results. It is a powerful tool and should not be taken lightly, if it has the power to change history, it certainly has power that can mishandled, so make sure if your thinking of taking a DNA test, for any reason, you need to first contact a reputable DNA testing company.

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freedman 300x282 27 Years Later, Michael Green Finally Gets His Life Back

Is $2.2 Million worth 27 years of your life?

It only took 27 years, but Michael A. Green is now a free man thanks to DNA testing. At the age of 45, Mr. Green was released from prison by a state judge two weeks after DNA tests on the rape victim’s clothing proved that he could not have been responsible for the crime. He was merely 18 when he was convicted and sent to prison for 75 years.

The state of Texas has offered Mr. Green a compensation payment of $2.2 million for being wrongly accused for 27 years.  Mr. Green can either take that compensation or he can file a civil lawsuit in the hopes of exposing the truth about the investigation. In order to receive the compensation, he must waive the right to sue.

Can $2.2million make up for the loss of 27 years of your life? Mr. Green not only had to deal with the reality that he would probably be spending the rest of his life in jail for someone else’s crime, but he also  suffered mental torture and physical abuse while in prison. In addition, he missed his own mother’s funeral when she died during his incarceration.

Mr. Green took a Law book from the prison library and tried furiously to find a way out of his imprisonment. After exhausting all his appeals he was told to give up and accept the fact that jail was his permanent residence.  Mr. Green thought he had no other option but to accept the fact that he was a prisoner until 2001. This is when Texas passed a statute granting inmates the right to request DNA tests on old evidence under certain conditions. Mr. Green typed up his own request for a DNA test and after a few years was released from prison.

According to the Innocence Project, a Manhattan-based organization, 267 people in the United States have been exonerated by DNA testing, including 17 who served time on death row.

Thanks to the power of DNA testing many prisoners are exonerated after years of imprisonment. Michael A. Green can walk the streets a free man after 27 years of being caged up for someone else’s crime.

For more of Mr. Green story please visit NYTimes.com

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Imagine if you could determine a path for your child, based on conclusive DNA testing that reveals a promising future in the NBA, NFL or MLB – Would you be inclined to heavily steer your child in a direction that only meant basketball practice or intense football training?Children and DNA testing 199x300 What if DNA Testing Could Determine if Your Child Will Be a Sports Star?

It’s a controversial topic that ethicists, parents and doctors have thoroughly discussed and disagreed over.  Taken from an article from the Huffington Post, Dr. Alison Brooks explains, “Scientists have identified several genes that may play a role in determining strength, speed and other aspects of athletic performance. But there are likely hundreds more, plus many other traits and experiences that help determine athletic ability…”

Mail order kits are being sold for around $200 for genetic testing that reveal athletic strengths as Dr. Brooks explains above. It’s a bit futuristic, as parents can manipulate their children after receiving DNA results, into playing a particular sport.

The controversy lies within in the ethics of the matter. Demands for a child’s athletic ability will increase, but what about disappointment? Will disappointment and societal pressure place more stress and anxiety on children? It’s playing with nature and it’s putting unnecessary pressure on a child. In addition, what about free will and allowing children to mold their futures with likes and dislikes, friends, hobbies and important decisions?

What are your thoughts on this controversial  topic?

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parkimage 300x225 Police Confide in Genetic Testing Lab to Help Solve a Case

Humain remains found at a park in New Mexico

In Las Cruces Mexico, police were informed that a human placenta was discovered in a local park in January. The first thing that came to mind for police was that there had to have been a baby involved if a placenta was found. But where could the baby be, and was it in danger?

Police decided that the help of a genetic testing facility would be the best way to find out more information about the unidentified human remains. After the placenta was brought to a testing facility more pertinent information was discovered.

After running tests on the human remains, the results lead to the discovery of the gender and race of the baby. The results of the test can narrow down the search for both the baby and the mother. With this new information brings greater leads and advancement for this case. If the child and/or mother are in any potential danger or if the mother is exposing the baby to any harm the police are now one step closer to finding out where this baby is all thanks to genetic testing.

Genetic Testing Laborites GTL offers these services whether it is a police case or if you just want to find out who your father is, or even a long lost sibling. GTL offers a wide range of genetic tests that have been reuniting families all across the country. GTL promises fast and safe delivery of the tests orders, as well as accurate results!

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dnatwins 300x187 Josef Mengele: Is He The Reason For Twin Town In Brazil?

Twin Town in Candido Godoi, Brazil

If you ever had the chance to travel to Brazil, one of the many places you may want to visit while on your trip would be Candido Godoi, the town known as Twin Town. Twin Town is known for having an astonishing number of twins all which have been born and raised in the same village. Can this have just been fate that led to 1 in 5 births resulting in twins when the average in the United States is 1 in 80 births or is there a person or method behind this twin madness?

It had been said that the Nazi Doctor Josef Mengele is responsible for the surprising number of twins being born in this village. During the Holocaust Josef Mengele, known as the Angel of Death, was commissioned by Adolf Hitler to artificially increase the Aryan birthrate in order to create a master race. After the Holocaust ended it was said that Mengele went to Argentina and continued his research on Twins in Candido Godoi.

Argentine historian Jorge Camarasa was the man who took much interest in Mengele’s research. Camarasa believe that the number of twins being born in this small town was too alarming to be coincidental. After questioning the townspeople of Candido Godoi, he is convinced that Mengele continued his genetic experiments with twins with shocking results. What is even more startling is that the majority of the twins were born with blue eyes and blonde hair! There are other reports that Twin Town has been the home of an odd number of twins since 1927-way before Mengele ever set foot inside the Brazilian town! Was this the work of Mengele after all? Or is it just one of those DNA phenomenon’s? Were all the twins identical or fraternal? This sounds like a job for GTL!

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pregnant man thomas beatie picture9 286x300 Pregnant Man, Thomas Beatie, Gives Birth to his THIRD Child!

Pregnant Man Thomas Beatie

I know this sounds pretty unbelievable- but this bizarre paternity story is very real. Former Hawaiian beauty queen, Thomas Beatie, is the first male known to give birth. Thomas Beatie was born female but decided to undergo a sex change surgical procedure in order to marry his sweetheart, Nancy, legally.

tracy lady before converting as thomas beatie 11 300x138 Pregnant Man, Thomas Beatie, Gives Birth to his THIRD Child!

Thomas, formerly known as Tracy LaGondino, had his breasts  surgically removed but chose to keep his female reproductive organs intact, in hopes of one day having children of his own.

Well, Thomas and Nancy Beatie certainly had their wish granted; with the help of a sperm donor, Thomas Beatie has given birth naturally to three children, to date. His wife, Nancy, assists with breastfeeding the children.

Critics argue that Beatie should not be considered a man since he was born a woman and is just masquerading around as a male. However, the state of Oregon legally recognizes Beatie as a male and it has been reported that “his marriage to Nancy is official and the couple enjoys all the rights and privileges of typical married pairs”.

In 2008, when Thomas Beatie first became pregnant, he wrote an article for The Advocate, claiming that, “Hiding a pregnant man is like hiding an 800-pound gorilla. Nancy and I wanted to tell our story from our own mouths before it got out”. He went on to share his story with Oprah, Barbara Walters and People Magazine.

pregnant man sharing nice moments 8 300x207 Pregnant Man, Thomas Beatie, Gives Birth to his THIRD Child!

Pregnant Man Cuddling with Wife: Thomas & Nancy Beatie

Talk about bizarre paternity stories! What are your thoughts on the pregnant man who gave birth three times?

Watch Pregnant man Thomas Beatie on CNN & Oprah.

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