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Athletic Potential and Physical Performance | DNA Test
Illustration of a dumbbell on a blue background with a green “with DNA kit” badge — the Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test by Apixmed Prism, the sample-collection-kit variant.Tablet mockup with the Apixmed PRISM logo and a list of report categories for the Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test: Aerobic capacity and recovery, Strength and body composition, Exercise biomarkers, Physical activity patterns, Reaction and information-processing speed — on a blue background.Infographic with a DNA helix on a blue background and a stats card: 700,000 genetic markers, 13 complex traits, 12 individual genetic variants — the Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test by Apixmed Prism.Open box of the Apixmed Prism DNA saliva collection kit on a blue background, with captions describing the test's benefits: collect your sample at home, personalized lifestyle recommendations, secure data storage.
Illustration of a dumbbell on a blue background with a green “with DNA kit” badge — the Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test by Apixmed Prism, the sample-collection-kit variant.Tablet mockup with the Apixmed PRISM logo and a list of report categories for the Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test: Aerobic capacity and recovery, Strength and body composition, Exercise biomarkers, Physical activity patterns, Reaction and information-processing speed — on a blue background.Infographic with a DNA helix on a blue background and a stats card: 700,000 genetic markers, 13 complex traits, 12 individual genetic variants — the Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test by Apixmed Prism.Open box of the Apixmed Prism DNA saliva collection kit on a blue background, with captions describing the test's benefits: collect your sample at home, personalized lifestyle recommendations, secure data storage.

Athletic Potential and Physical Performance | DNA Test

12 500 UAH
9 999 UAH

IMPORTANT!

THE PRICE OF THE TEST INCLUDES A DNA SAMPLE COLLECTION KIT.

About the test

The Apixmed Prism Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test covers 25 markers across five areas of exercise physiology, including 13 complex markers and 12 individual genetic variants in 12 genes.

What you get from the report

  • A DNA kit for collecting your saliva sample yourself is already included in the price of the test.

  • Genotyping of the sample in an accredited laboratory.

  • A report explaining 25 markers and genetic variants in plain language, with an interpretation of the results:

    • 13 polygenic (complex) traits with an explanation of your individual result and what it means;

    • 12 individual genetic variants with an explanation of their possible biological significance.

  • Context for every marker: genetics is not considered in isolation from lifestyle, age, environment and other factors.

  • Personalized recommendations on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, lifestyle and preventive approaches.

  • The option of a consultation with an Apixmed Prism specialist based on your report results.

  • Pointers to potentially relevant laboratory or clinical parameters that you can discuss with your doctor.

  • Data protection in line with ISO 27001, GDPR and HIPAA standards.

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Description

The Athletic Potential and Physical Performance genetic test covers five areas, within which it analyzes 13 complex markers and 12 individual genetic variants in 12 genes: from aerobic capacity to strength, body composition, exercise biomarkers and reaction speed. It assesses how your genetic profile and individual genetic variants are associated with a relatively higher or lower predisposition for each marker compared with a reference population. The test does not measure any marker directly and does not predict athletic performance — instead it examines the stable genetic context that complements functional testing rather than replacing it.

How the sample is collected

DNA sample collection is done using saliva. You receive the kit by post and collect your own DNA sample into a special tube — it takes just a few minutes and requires no preparation. The sample is then sent for analysis to an accredited laboratory, and you receive your result in digital format.

What the genetic test covers

Complex markers (PRS method)

13 markers across five areas. Assessed using polygenic risk scores: tens and hundreds of variants together shape the contribution to a predisposition, and no single one of them determines the picture on its own.

  • Aerobic capacity and recovery: cardiorespiratory endurance (VO₂max), heart rate response to exercise, heart-rate recovery after exercise, resting heart rate, heart rate variability

  • Strength and body composition: muscle fiber type

  • Exercise biomarkers: lactate, creatine, serum creatine kinase

  • Physical activity patterns: physical activity, usual walking pace

  • Reaction and information-processing speed: reaction time, information-processing speed

Individual genetic variants with mechanistic links

12 genetic variants in 12 genes. A mechanistic link to the trait is described for each, so they are interpreted individually and are not included in the complex markers.

  • ACE: associated with aerobic endurance

  • PPARGC1A and PPARA: associated with mitochondrial function and lipid oxidation during exercise

  • ACTN3: a fast-twitch muscle fiber protein; the R577X variant is associated with muscle fiber type

  • AMPD1: associated with muscle energy metabolism

  • GCKR: associated with the metabolic response to exercise

  • SLC16A1: the MCT1 lactate transporter, associated with lactate clearance from muscle

  • CKM: associated with muscle creatine kinase levels

  • UCP3 and PPP1R3B: associated with muscle energy metabolism and glycogen metabolism

  • ADRB2: associated with the metabolic response to exercise, two variants

Who the Apixmed Prism Athletic Potential and Physical Performance DNA Test is for

  • Regular training: genetic context for a conversation with your coach about balancing strength and endurance training.

  • Preparing for competition: additional topics to discuss a recovery plan with a sports physician.

  • Interest in personalizing training: context on muscle fiber type and metabolic response to exercise.

  • When choosing supplements: a reason to discuss whether they are appropriate with your doctor, not grounds to change anything on your own.

The Athletic Potential and Physical Performance test is not a diagnosis and does not replace consultation with a doctor.

The results assess probability rather than establishing a predetermined outcome. They do not predict athletic performance, are not a diagnosis and do not determine a training plan. The test does not replace functional testing, an examination by a sports physician, or working with a coach. Clinical decisions are made by a specialist, taking into account your history, age, health status and training level.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does the ACTN3 variant mean I'm a natural sprinter?
No. The ACTN3 gene is associated with muscle fiber type in population studies, but athletic performance depends on dozens of factors: training, technique, motivation and many other genes. One variant does not decide anything on its own.
How is the sample collected?
You receive the DNA kit by post and collect saliva into a special tube yourself — the procedure takes a few minutes and requires no special preparation or clinic visit. The sample is then sent to the laboratory for genotyping, and you receive the result in digital format.
How does a genetic test for athletic ability differ from functional VO₂max testing?
Functional testing measures actual aerobic capacity here and now, and it is affected by training level, age and current form. A genetic test does not measure that capacity: it describes statistical associations between DNA variants and markers established in population studies. Functional testing shows the state of your body right now; a DNA test shows individual features of how it functions and its predispositions, which can help you understand that state better if you read the results of both together rather than each on its own.
How do complex markers differ from individual polymorphisms?
These are two different levels of the report. Complex markers are calculated polygenically: tens and hundreds of variants contribute to a predisposition at once, and the assessment takes the contribution of each into account. Individual polymorphisms with mechanistic links are presented by name, with their own interpretation, and are not included in the complex markers. This is an additional layer for those who want to see specific variants, not grounds for drawing conclusions from any one of them.
How reliable is a genetic test for athletic ability?

The reliability of a genetic test for athletic ability has two components. The first is the technical accuracy of genotyping, ensured by the laboratory's accreditation within its official scope. The second is the strength of evidence behind the interpretation, and this is not the same for every marker: some associations have been confirmed in large studies, while others so far rest on preliminary data and may require confirmation. The report states the level of evidence for each marker separately.

Can this test tell me which sport I'll excel at?
No. The test does not predict athletic performance and does not select an optimal sport for you. It provides genetic context on several physiological characteristics, which is best treated as one of many factors alongside training, nutrition and personal preference.
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