Does the DNA match the drapes?

The Redhead — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:24:47 +0000

According to National Geographic, which is of course the go-to source of information for all things exotic, approximately only 1 to 2% of the human population has red hair. With the help of Clairol and Henna hair dyes we’ve seen this number artificially boosted. So, is your hot tempered new lady friend a real redhead? Or is she just an ill-tempered brunette with a good colorist? It is safe to bet that she won’t fess up when you ask “if the carpets match the drapes”? Sadly, thanks to products like Betty Beauty Love (Red) Betty – Color For The Hair Down There Hair Coloring Kit the answer may not be as obvious as you may hope.

Do not despair! DNA WILL SAVE THE DAY!

Source: http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/dynamicImages/chromomap/mc1r.jpeg

The RedTracer DNA Test can spare you both the heartbreak. You can still remain true to your crimson beauties with this DNA test specifically targeting the MC1R gene responsible for red hair. You can order it for her, for him or for the both of you. According to the Alpha BioLaboratory, Inc. which offers this imposter-proof test,

There are at least 5 SNP’s (Single Nucleotide Polymorphism) in the MC1R gene that result in red hair color. It is estimated that as many as 1 in 4 European descendants might be red hair carriers. The RedTracer DNA test can tell you whether you carry any of the most common changes resulting in red hair.

Now you can avoid the tacky questions without leaving it to chance.

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Does the DNA match the drapes?