Is the DNA test kit vegetarian?

Yes. No animal products, no blood required. Just a simple saliva sample.

Is my genetic data private and secure?

Yes. Your DNA never leaves India, we never share with third parties, and you can delete all data with one click.

Do you ship internationally to US, UK, Canada, Australia?

Yes. Helixline ships DNA kits to the US, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, and other countries on request. Diaspora customers can also upload existing 23andMe or AncestryDNA raw data from $35 for Indian-specific ancestry analysis. See helixline.in/international for full details.

Your exact Indian ancestry
Not just "South Asian"

State-level ancestry
150+ communities recognized
70,000 years of migration history
Maternal & paternal lineage tracing

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75+ Regional Ancestry Breakdowns ISO 15189 Certified Indian Labs 4,500+ Genetic Community Clusters Data Stays in India. Always. Maternal & Paternal Haplogroups 70,000 Years of Migration History Neanderthal & Denisovan DNA % 100% Confidential & Secure No Blood Required - Saliva Only Results in 4 - 6 Weeks 75+ Regional Ancestry Breakdowns ISO 15189 Certified Indian Labs 4,500+ Genetic Community Clusters Data Stays in India. Always. Maternal & Paternal Haplogroups 70,000 Years of Migration History Neanderthal & Denisovan DNA % 100% Confidential & Secure No Blood Required - Saliva Only Results in 4 - 6 Weeks

Why Global DNA Tests Fail Indians

Generic Test Result

100% South Asian

Helixline Result

Maratha48%

Konkani32%

Deccan Plateau12%

North Indian Plains8%

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Priya S.

Pune, Maharashtra

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Rahul M.

Bengaluru, Karnataka

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"I uploaded my 23andMe raw data and got a completely different - and far more detailed - picture of my Nair ancestry. The community clustering feature is incredible."

Ananya K.

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

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London, UK (Gujarati origin)

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Suresh Iyengar

Chennai · Raw data upload

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"Did MyHeritage last year because of some discount offer. Paisa barbaad, just showed 'South Asian 92%' and finished. Uploaded the same file to Helixline and got proper Bengali Kayastha breakdown with specific Rarhi region match. My boudi asked how, I said 5 minute ka kaam hai. She has already ordered now."

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Kolkata · Raw data upload

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Ahmedabad · Carrier screening

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Hyderabad · Health & trait report

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"Amma always said we are pure Tamil, no mixing, and turns out she was basically correct. Very low Steppe ancestry (around 8%), mostly Iranian farmer plus AASI. Y-DNA haplogroup H-M69 which is ancient South Indian lineage. Sent report to my cousin in Coimbatore, he ordered within 10 minutes. Family WhatsApp group is buzzing."

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Madurai, Tamil Nadu · Ancestry

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"Khatri family originally from Lahore, came to Ludhiana after Partition. Grandfather's stories finally made sense when I saw strong R1a1-Z93 haplogroup connecting us to 4000-year-old Steppe migrations. Chacha ji in Southall also tested and we matched as expected. Bahut vadia report hai. Sat Sri Akal to the Helixline team."

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Ludhiana, Punjab · Ancestry

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New Delhi · Pharmacogenomics

Order

We ship a sterile saliva kit to your home.3–5 days delivery

Spit

No blood needed. Just provide a simple saliva sample.Takes 2 minutes

Ship

We collect your sample from your doorstep in secure packaging.Free doorstep pickup

Explore

Access your detailed ancestry & health reports online.Results in 4–6 weeks

State-Level Similarity

Your genome compared against every Indian state's genetic profile.

Maharashtra 47%

Goa 21%

Tamil Nadu 11%

Genetic Community Clusters

See your genetic similarity across 4,500+ South Asian population clusters.

You Jat Iyer Reddy Patel Nair Sheikh

4,500+ clusters

Indian Tapestry

Three ancient streams that built your South Asian genome, resolved to population level.

Steppe Pastoralist 26%

Iranian Neolithic 41%

AASI 33%

Archaic & Ancient DNA

Traces of Neanderthals, Denisovans, and a Ghost Archaic human still live in your genome.

Neanderthal

1.47%

Denisovan

0.05%

Ghost Archaic

3.88%

Global Population Matches

Discover genetic connections with populations worldwide.

South Asian

Toda Kalash Gond Parsi Baloch

Global

Basque Yamnaya Han Chinese Yoruba

150+ populations 6 continents

Haplogroup Analysis

Trace your paternal and maternal lineages across tens of thousands of years.

Y-DNA — Paternal Line

H1a1-M82

45,000 year lineage · South Asian origin

mtDNA — Maternal Line

60,000 year lineage · Out of Africa migration

Full South Asian haplogroup tree

Decode

Genetic Health Traits

30+ wellness traits with polygenic risk scores benchmarked against 3,000 South Asians.

Diabetes

42nd %ile

Heart

68th %ile

Vitamin D

Low

Lactose

Tolerant

Benchmarked vs. Cohort 3000 · Not a medical test.

Decode

Carrier Screening

Inherited risk for 20+ conditions prevalent in South Asian populations.

Beta Thalassemia HBB · Chromosome 11

Carrier

G6PD Deficiency G6PD · Chromosome X

Carrier

Sickle Cell Anaemia HBB · Chromosome 11

Clear

20+ conditions screened

Consult a genetic counsellor before family planning.

Decode

Pharmacogenomics

How your genes affect 90+ medications across 9 specialties.

CYP2D6 Codeine · Tamoxifen · SSRIs

Intermediate

CYP2C19 Clopidogrel · PPIs · Escitalopram

Normal

CYP2C9 Warfarin · NSAIDs · Glipizide

Intermediate

Cardiology Psychiatry Oncology Pain Diabetes +4 more

CPIC-guided · PharmVar DB v6.1.3 · South Asian-calibrated

70,000 Years Ago

Out of Africa

Your ancestors began the greatest migration in human history, crossing into Asia.

9,000 Years Ago

The First Farmers

Zagros farmers from Iran mixed with First Indians, bringing agriculture.

4,500 Years Ago

Harappan Golden Age

The Indus Valley civilization reached its peak one of humanity's first great cities.

3,500 Years Ago

Steppe Migrations

Indo-European pastoralists reshaped the genetic landscape of the subcontinent.

Today

You

The living result of millennia of human history. Your DNA tells this story.

What are Haplogroups? Think of them as your ancient family branches. They reveal migration paths your ancestors took over thousands of years - like a genetic GPS history!

Genetic Sovereignty

ISO 15189 Certified Labs

Your DNA never leaves India. We comply with all proposed Indian Data Protection laws. All processing happens in ISO-certified Indian labs.

Reference Panel v2.0

4,500+ Indian Communities

Unlike Western tests using a "General South Asian" bucket, we distinguish between specific communities (e.g., Iyengar vs. Iyers, Jats vs. Rajputs).

Expert Backing

Peer-reviewed Research

Developed and validated by bioinformaticians using peer-reviewed research, with clinical review where applicable. Get actionable insights, not just raw data.

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Helixline App Dashboard - View your ancestry breakdown

Helixline App Ethnicity - Detailed regional breakdown

Helixline App Health Insights - Genetic health traits

Helixline App DNA Matches - Find genetic relatives

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Is the kit vegetarian?

Yes. We ship a saliva collection tube with a synthetic vegetarian-safe stabilization liquid. No animal products, no blood, and no needles involved.

How accurate is the Helixline DNA test?

Our genotyping accuracy is 99.9% at over 700,000 SNP markers. We use a South Asian-first reference panel with 2,500+ samples from across the Indian subcontinent, giving you 10x finer resolution than global tests that treat all Indians as "South Asian."

How is Helixline different from 23andMe or AncestryDNA?

Global tests like 23andMe and AncestryDNA typically show Indians as "100% South Asian" with no further detail. Helixline breaks your ancestry down to the state level (e.g., 48% Maharashtra, 32% Karnataka), matches you with 4,500+ endogamous communities, and traces your maternal and paternal haplogroups across ancient migration routes. All data stays 100% within India.

Does the test identify or label caste?

No. We do not identify or label caste. Your results show genetic community clusters and regional ancestry patterns that reflect population history, not social identity. Our focus is on shared ancestry, migration history, and genetic heritage.

How long does it take to get my results?

Results are typically ready in 4 to 6 weeks from when we receive your sample at our lab. You'll get an email and app notification as soon as your results are available in your personal dashboard.

How do I collect my sample?

Simply spit into the collection tube provided in your kit. No blood draws, no clinic visits. Just avoid eating, drinking, or brushing your teeth for 30 minutes before collecting. Detailed instructions are included with every kit.

Is packaging discreet?

Yes. The outer packaging has no DNA branding or any indication of the contents. It arrives as a plain, unmarked parcel for your complete privacy.

Do you ship across India? Is shipping free?

Yes! We offer free shipping across India with delivery in 3-5 business days. We also provide free return pickup for your sample - just schedule a pickup from your dashboard and a courier will collect it from your doorstep.

Do you ship internationally? What about the US, UK, Canada, Australia?

Yes - to the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and more. Many diaspora customers also upload their existing 23andMe / AncestryDNA raw data instead (from $35). See our International page for pricing and timelines.

What happens if my sample fails?

In the rare case that a sample doesn't yield enough DNA for analysis, we ship you a brand new collection kit completely free of charge - no questions asked.

What is included in the Infinite kit?

The Infinite kit includes everything in the Origins and Decode kits, plus a whole-body blood test (137 markers), a Smart Health Report, 1 doctor consultation, 1 expert nutritionist consultation, priority processing (2–3 weeks), and lifetime report updates.

Can I gift a DNA test kit to someone?

Absolutely! DNA test kits make a unique and meaningful gift. Simply order a kit and enter the recipient's shipping address. The recipient will create their own Helixline account to activate the kit and view their results privately.

What age do you need to be to take the test?

You must be 18 years or older to order and activate a kit. Minors can be tested with parental or legal guardian consent - the parent/guardian must create the account and manage the minor's results.

Can family members access my results?

No. Your results are strictly private and accessible only through your personal account. You can choose to share specific reports with family members, but nobody else can view your data without your explicit permission.

Can my employer or insurance company access my data?

Absolutely not. We never share your genetic data with employers, insurance companies, or any third parties. Your data is encrypted with AES-256 encryption and stored exclusively on Indian servers, fully compliant with Indian data protection laws.

Where is my DNA processed and stored?

Your DNA sample is processed in ISO 15189 certified labs within India. All genetic data is stored on secure Indian servers and never leaves the country. We believe in complete genetic sovereignty - your Indian DNA stays in India.

Can I delete my account and all data?

Yes. You have full control over your data. Use the one-click "Delete All My Data" button in your dashboard to permanently erase all your genetic data, account information, and results from our systems.

Can I upload my raw DNA data from another service?

Yes! If you've already taken a test with 23andMe, AncestryDNA, or MyHeritage, you can upload your raw DNA data to Helixline and get our India-specific analysis. Visit the Upload page to get started.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day return policy for unopened kits. The delivery charge will be deducted and the remaining amount is transferred back to your original payment method once the kit reaches us. Once the kit has been activated and the sample submitted, refunds are not possible as lab processing has already begun.

Where can I learn more before buying?

Start with these popular reads from our blog:

Or browse the full Helixline blog for 100+ guides on DNA testing, ancestry, and Indian genetics.

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