Over the years, the modern genetic health industry has witnessed the emergence of several companies, such as 23andMe, deCODEME etc. offering tests using genome-wide technology direct to consumers (D2C) over the internet. These companies through their services help individuals to determine their susceptibility to common diseases without the necessity of going through a medical practitioner. Example of tests carried out in D2C testing include ancestry/genealogy testing, paternity testing, disease risk and health testing to mention a few. A major significant challenge of direct-to-consumer testing is that shifts the control of genetic testing from the clinical domain and medical professionals into the hands of consumers. No longer is genetic testing being carried out solely for medical reasons, by specialists in clinical genetics. Testing is now being used to empower consumers and enlighten them on things they need to know about their lifestyle and genetic health. However, most genetic and genomic tests are not regulated by worldwide health authorities; hence there are no independent analyses to verify the claims of service operators thus posing a huge risk to consumers out there.
Full genome sequencing also known as Whole genome Sequencing (WGS) is an important service in genetic health carried out to determine the complete DNA of an organism’s genome therefore rendering a means by which all needed data can be gotten at once from the whole genome of an individual’s blood sample. The WGS is also faster than other sequencing methods and it provides high resolution results which allows for proper identification and comparism of variants. However, getting a WGS done could make clients break a bank as it is highly expensive and as a result most people cannot afford to get it done hence making it inaccessible for all. Another challenge facing the modern genetic health industry is data insecurity. Considering the sensitivity of genetic data, it is highly risky for such information to be flying over the internet which is known to have a limitation when it comes to data protection and security. Clients’ data could be breached and accessed by non-authorized individuals thus making the internet a less secured platform for conducting D to C services. To proffers solutions to the above highlighted bottlenecks experienced in the modern genetic health industry and many mire, a platform named DNAtix has emerged
DNAtix is a platform which incorporates disruptive features of blockchain technology into genetic health services. The platform aims to revolutionize the modern genetic health industry by making genetic services more decentralized, secured, transparent, efficient and to cap it all, more accessible to all.
DNAtix platform will create an ecosystem that brings together stakeholders of the genetic health industry such as medical laboratories, R&D companies, health care providers, hospitals and clinics, genetic counselors and researchers on a single platform.
The platform provides anonymity to its users by uploading and storing all genetic data directly on blockchain which is known for its security features, thus enabling anonymous and secured DNA storage, transfer and testing. Users of the platform are opportuned to get access to professional genetic-related medical advice from specialists as well as appropriate referrals to relevant provider for their identified genetic condition. The use of the platform offers clients the ability to own their genetic data and enable them to be in charge of their own health by encouraging preventive, rather than reactive medicine.
TOKEN
The platform will make use of tokens known as DNAtix tokens. The tokens are based on the ERC20 smart contracts i.e Ethereum blockchain and they fuel the economy of the DNAtix ecosystem. They will serve as a means by which payment are made for genetic testing and other services rendered by the platform, they also give right to users to allow a third party gain access to a certain DNA/RNA on the DNAtix blockchain as well as allowing for storage of DNA sequence on the blockchain.
TOKEN SALE INFORMATION
Token ticker: DNATIX
Maximum Supply: 150,000,000
Type: ERC20
ICO dates: Aug 15th-December 15th
Price: 1 DNATIX = $1
Currencies Accepted: ETH, BTC, Bank wire USD/EUR
Soft Cap: $1,000,000
Hard Cap: $45,000,000
For More information about DNAtix, kindly visit:
Website: https://www.dnatix.com/
Whitepaper: https://www.dnatix.com/download/White_Paper.pdf
Telegram: https://t.me/dnatix_tokensale
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dnatixgenetics/
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