Asparagus odor detection

rs4481887 · gene olfactory (asparagus) · category Trait · Free in the Quanome app

Your DNA file reports your genotype at rs4481887 — a marker in the olfactory (asparagus) gene that studies link to asparagus odor detection. Here's what each genotype is associated with:

Genotype	What it's associated with
AA	Likely able to smell asparagus metabolites in urine.
AG	Intermediate.
GG	Less able to detect asparagus odor.

Educational only — not medical or diagnostic advice. A single marker is one of many factors; strand orientation varies between files. Always consult a qualified clinician about your health.

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Asparagus odor detection

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