DNA Male Pair-Bonding AVPR1A Test
$149
Is it your genes that prevent you from making that long-term commitment to your partner? Find out if your fear of commitment is due to your genes.
What is the “male pair-bonding” gene?
The “male pair-bonding” gene is a genetic variant of the AVPR1A gene. AVPR1A variation can occur in the regulatory region of the gene at three different repetitive sequences, known as RS1, RS3 and GT25. A specific version of RS3, known as the RS3 334 allele, is associated with diminished pair-bonding in males.
Men with the RS3 334 allele are less likely to form a strong bond with their partners and are more likely to experience marital crisis or divorce. They are less likely to get married and more likely to cohabitate than individuals without the RS3 334 allele. Spouses of men with the RS3 334 allele report feeling less affection and consensus in the marriage.
- Online Results: Receive confidential results through a secure online portal, ensuring your privacy and peace of mind at every step.
- Painless Sampling: Collect your DNA samples with easy-to-use mouth swabs – no blood or needles required.
How it works
Collect DNA Samples
Mail samples to the lab
Receive your results
What is the AVPR1A gene?
The AVPR1A gene encodes the arginine vasopressin receptor 1A, which binds vasopressin and transmits the signal into the cells. Vasopressin is a hormone or chemical messenger that promotes water retention in the kidneys and increases blood pressure. Most of these effects take place when vasopressin is released into the blood stream. Vasopressin can also be released directly into the brain and influence social and sexual behavior (such as infidelity). When this signal transmission is disrupted, as in the case of “male pair-bonding” gene, there is a decreased likelihood of forming a strong bond with their partner.
Understanding Your Results
Frequently Asked Questions
Once your sample is received by our laboratory, processing usually takes 6-8 weeks. You will receive an email notification when your results are ready, and you can access your detailed report through a secure online portal.
We take data privacy seriously. Your results are confidential and only shared with you. We do not share your results with insurance companies, employers, or any other third parties.