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Social/empathy tendency

rs53576 · gene OXTR · category Trait · Free in the Quanome app

Your DNA file reports your genotype at rs53576 — a marker in the OXTR gene that studies link to social/empathy tendency. Here's what each genotype is associated with:

GenotypeWhat it's associated with
GGAssociated with higher empathy/optimism in some studies (weak effect).
AGIntermediate.
AACommon variant; associations are weak — interpret loosely.

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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