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Phosphorus is a leader in medical-grade genetic testing.

Our mission is to extend and improve lives by making genomics a foundational part of everyone's health and wellness journey. Our mission is to extend and improve lives by making genomics a foundational part of everyone’s health and wellness journey. We build best-in-class, affordable, medical-grade genetic tests to help humans prevent disease and live their healthiest lives.

04/29/2022

DNA’s double helix wasn’t the only discovery scientists raced to make–competition sparked again years after the commencement of the Human Genome Project. HGP researchers and international collaborators found themselves pitted against Celera Genomics in the effort to sequence the entire human genome. Do you know who won that race?

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04/27/2022

Ever heard tales of people finding out their biological father was actually a s***m donor? Or of cold case crimes being solved decades after the incident thanks to preserved DNA evidence?

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04/26/2022

In the early 1950s, the race to accurately model DNA was in full swing. At the University of Cambridge, Dr. James Watson and Dr. Francis Crick attempted to build a DNA model based on emerging evidence and over a decade of relevant research. Meanwhile, just 50 miles away at King’s College of London, Dr. Rosalind Franklin and Ph.D. candidate Raymond Gosling photographed DNA via X-ray diffraction.

The month of May 1952 would prove to be a turning point in this race, as Franklin and Gosling captured the clearest image of DNA’s structure ever seen up to that point: Photo 51. Consistent with Watson and Crick’s hypothesis, Photo 51 indicated that DNA formed a double helix.

This iconic photo would eventually be shown to Watson and Crick by Dr. Maurice Wilkins, a King’s College of London researcher who worked with Franklin. According to Watson, Photo 51 was the vital clue that enabled him and Crick to build the world’s first accurate model of DNA in 1953. Watson, Crick, and Wilkins were eventually presented with the Nobel Prize in chemistry for successfully identifying DNA’s structure (Franklin had passed away by this time and was unable to be recognized).

The circumstances around how Photo 51 was shared with Watson and Crick remain a point of drama and contention in this story (apparently, Franklin was not made aware that the photo was being shared with the Cambridge researchers). Thankfully, Franklin and Gosling are now well recognized for their monumental contribution to the discovery of DNA’s structure.

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04/25/2022

It’s National DNA Day, but here at Phosphorus we want more time to celebrate so we’re calling it National DNA week! Stay tuned to learn more about what this day commemorates and all the unique things DNA testing can be used for!

04/21/2022

Early detection makes a world of difference in overcoming prostate cancer, and preventative tools like genetic testing can help more men fall into the category with over 99% chance of survival.

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04/19/2022

Did you know that BRCA gene variations actually affect men too?

The BRCA genes are most known for their association with breast cancer and cases where women are affected by these genetic changes are widely recognized. But men are also impacted.

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04/14/2022

Peace of mind, preventative guidance, personalized treatment, and family health. Genetic testing offers these to everyone, whether you have a family history of cancer or don’t know.

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04/12/2022

…Fortunately, genetic testing is a powerful tool for preventing and treating inherited cancers.

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04/10/2022

The spotlight’s on Max and Ari Silver at Phosphorus today, National Siblings Day! The Silver brothers have been part of our team for over 3 years, but their co-working history actually dates back to 2014. Max and Ari are definitely able to operate with openness in a unique way–sometimes that means deciding on where to get lunch and other times it means problem-solving in the name of genomics!

04/08/2022

Words of wisdom from Chris Evert, who tells an important cautionary tale about her battle with ovarian cancer, highlighting how advancements in genetic testing changed her life.

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04/07/2022

This World Health Day, one of the primary focuses of the World Health Organization is to foster a movement focused on well-being. We asked Meghan Miller, our Head of Medical Affairs, to share her thoughts on how genetic testing and genetic counselors can positively impact the well-being of our societies.

“I believe that genetic testing can be an instrumental component in promoting health and well-being. When used in a preventative capacity, genetic testing can help people make informed health decisions that may benefit their overall well-being for years to come. Because many medical conditions run in the family, one person’s genetic testing results could also help guide health care decisions for their family members.

With that being said, genetic testing can’t reach its optimal value unless there is someone there to help you understand and interpret your results. That’s where genetic counseling comes in. As someone with a master’s in genetic counseling, I have first-hand experience of the impact that these professionals can have on their patient's life. Genetic counselors help promote well-being every day by taking complex genetic testing reports and turning them into actionable steps for their patients. They focus not only on the physical well-being of their patients but also on the psychological and psychosocial implications of receiving complex and oftentimes intimidating health information. They are advocates for their patients and their contribution is such an important aspect of many patients' health and wellness journeys.

On this World Health Day, I want to express my excitement about the role that genetic testing plays in improving well-being and thank genetic counselors around the world for the amazing work they do every day."

04/06/2022

Celebrities influence many things about our lives from the clothes we wear to personal health choices – and we’re not just talking about plastic surgery.

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Phosphorus Diagnostics: Our Story

At Phosphorus Diagnostics, our mission is to use genomics to improve human health.

We believe that Phosphorus genomics should be used as a preventative tool to catch disease before it happens. We believe that genomics should be available for everyone. That is why we designed the most comprehensive, affordable, genetic test to provide you with a truly holistic and actionable way of improving your health: PhosphorusONE.

The PhosphorusONE genetic test that will have a meaningful impact on your life. This DNA test looks at 375 genes that may increase your risk for cancer, heart disease, vision loss, infertility, neurological conditions, adverse response to pharmaceuticals or otherwise influence your health. Our rigorously validated, genomic technology, along with our network of genetic counselors and specialty providers, can help you be proactive about your health.