What is the “wanderlust gene?”
The ‘wanderlust’ gene is a genetic variation of the DRD4 gene. This variation occurs in a region of the gene that is repeated between 2 to 11
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What is the Wanderlust DNA test?
DNA changes in the DRD4 gene often occur in a 48 base pair repeat region, where the number of repeats can range from 2 – 11.
How common is the “wanderlust gene?”
Around 20% of the people around the world have the “wanderlust” gene. But, the prevalence varies significantly between different ethnicities. It’s rare in East and
What is the function of the dopamine receptor D4?
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter or a chemical made in the brain that gives us feelings of reward and pleasure. The dopamine receptor D4 binds dopamine
