# Gencove Consumer Portal

> Gencove offers direct-to-consumer genetic testing powered by low-pass whole genome sequencing for $69.

## About

Gencove is a genomics platform that provides affordable genetic insights through low-pass whole genome sequencing (lpWGS). Unlike traditional microarray genotyping, lpWGS reads the entire genome at low coverage (~0.4x) and uses advanced imputation algorithms to deliver comprehensive genetic data.

## Products

### Genome Kit -- $69 (one-time)
- Low-pass whole genome sequencing (0.4x coverage)
- Polygenic Risk Score (PRS) report across multiple health traits
- Genetic ancestry analysis with interactive stacked bar chart
- AI-generated health summary
- Downloadable raw sequencing data in VCF format
- At-home saliva collection kit with prepaid return shipping
- Lifetime access to results and future updates
- Results available in 4-6 weeks

### Array Data Upload
- Upload existing 23andMe, Ancestry.com, or MyHeritage raw data (.zip, max 25 MB)
- Unmodified provider export only — do not unzip or convert the file
- Pay after successful upload; no shipping charge
- Same PRS and ancestry reporting pipeline as kit orders
- Results typically within a few hours; allow up to one business day
- Available from the consumer dashboard at https://consumer.gencove.com/upload-array-data/

## Dashboard & Results

After ordering a kit, users can track their kit status and view results through the dashboard:
- **Kit tracking** -- View kit ID, order date, and status (Kit Ordered -> Sample Received -> Processing -> Results Ready)
- **Kit details** -- Detailed results page with AI summary, health report (PRS), genetic ancestry, and raw data download
- **Health Report** -- Polygenic Risk Score analysis across multiple traits with risk assessments and recommendations
- **Ancestry** -- Genetic ancestry displayed as a stacked bar chart with population breakdowns
- **Raw Data** -- Download imputed genotype data (VCF format) within 30 days; archived data available upon request

## How It Works

1. **Order Your Kit** -- A saliva collection kit is shipped directly to your door. No blood draw needed.
2. **Send It Back** -- Provide your saliva sample and mail it back with the prepaid return label.
3. **Get Your Results** -- Receive your personalized PRS report and download your complete raw sequencing data.

## Key Differentiators

- **Whole Genome Sequencing** -- Reads the entire genome end-to-end, unlike microarray chips that only read pre-selected positions.
- **Rare & Novel Variants** -- Captures rare and structural variants that genotyping arrays miss.
- **Raw Data Access** -- Full download of sequencing data in standard bioinformatics formats (VCF, CRAM).
- **Future-Proof** -- Data can be reanalyzed as scientific knowledge evolves.
- **Privacy First** -- Genetic data is encrypted at rest and in transit. Data is never sold or shared with third parties.
- **Research Grade** -- Built on the same platform trusted by research institutions worldwide.

## Developer Resources

For programmatic and AI-agent access to Gencove data:

- Developer Portal: https://consumer.gencove.com/developer/
- REST API, MCP server, and OAuth 2.0 -- see https://consumer.gencove.com/developer/llms.txt

## Links

- Landing Page: https://gencove.com/
- Help Center / FAQ: https://gencove.com/help-center/
- Enterprise Platform: https://enterprise.gencove.com
- Privacy Policy: https://consumer.gencove.com/privacy-policy/
- Terms and Conditions: https://consumer.gencove.com/terms-and-conditions/
- Contact: support@gencove.com