Relative danger: The hidden risks of DNA testing

Almost 50 million people have taken an at-home DNA test. The results are often uploaded to public databases, creating a treasure trove of genetic information. From a Melbourne woman who discovered she'd been swapped at birth, to a therapist who learned her high school boyfriends was her brother. Should consumers be giving more thought to the consequences of home DNA tests and are they fully aware of the risks, not only to themselves but to their extended family? In this 7NEWS Spotlight investigation, Ashlee Mullany uncovers extraordinary stories resulting from home DNA tests. Connect with 7NEWS Spotlight online Visit 🔗https://7news.com.au/spotlight 7NEWS Spotlight Podcast 🎧 http://smarturl.it/7NewsSpotlight Facebook   / 7newsspotlight   Instagram   / 7newsspotlight   TikTok   / 7news.spotlight   7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands, including Sunrise, The Morning Show and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.