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MADE IN AMERICA
Sequenced in the U.S. on U.S. machines
Nucleus is proud to process all customer samples in the U.S. on U.S. machines.
We will never send your sample overseas or sequence your sample on machines made by non-American companies. Additionally, by default, all customers' buccal swab samples are safely discarded within 60 days of being received by the laboratory.
DATA SHARING
Data control and agency
By default, Nucleus does not share your genetic data — or any protected health information — with any third parties. The only exception is for service providers or businesses that directly assist Nucleus in delivering your results.
This means your genetic and other health information is not shared with:
Employers
Nucleus’ DNA health reports give you detailed, personalized information about how your unique DNA combines with your lifestyle factors to influence your disease risks and trait dispositions.
Nucleus currently provides insights on 20 diseases, including heart health, cancers, mental health, and more.
Insurance companies
Nucleus’ DNA health reports give you detailed, personalized information about how your unique DNA combines with your lifestyle factors to influence your disease risks and trait dispositions.
Nucleus currently provides insights on 20 diseases, including heart health, cancers, mental health, and more.
Third-party advertisers
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Third-party advertisers
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Third-party advertisers
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Public databases
Nucleus’ DNA health reports give you detailed, personalized information about how your unique DNA combines with your lifestyle factors to influence your disease risks and trait dispositions.
Nucleus currently provides insights on 20 diseases, including heart health, cancers, mental health, and more.
Pharmaceutical companies
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By default, Nucleus does not share your data with any pharmaceutical companies. You can choose to change this default policy by opting-in to our research program, which is aimed at advancing the field of medicine through DNA-based discoveries. Learn more in our FAQ.
Pharmaceutical companies
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By default, Nucleus does not share your data with any pharmaceutical companies. You can choose to change this default policy by opting-in to our research program, which is aimed at advancing the field of medicine through DNA-based discoveries. Learn more in our FAQ.
Pharmaceutical companies
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By default, Nucleus does not share your data with any pharmaceutical companies. You can choose to change this default policy by opting-in to our research program, which is aimed at advancing the field of medicine through DNA-based discoveries. Learn more in our FAQ.
Government or law enforcement
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We will only comply with governments or law enforcement if we are legally required to do so. This includes a court order, subpoena, or a similar legal demand or requirement.
Government or law enforcement
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We will only comply with governments or law enforcement if we are legally required to do so. This includes a court order, subpoena, or a similar legal demand or requirement.
Government or law enforcement
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We will only comply with governments or law enforcement if we are legally required to do so. This includes a court order, subpoena, or a similar legal demand or requirement.
HIPAA COMPLIANT, CLIA-CERTIFIED, AND CAP-ACCREDITED
Regulatory compliance
Nucleus is proud to be HIPAA compliant and process all samples in our CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited informatics laboratory located in North Carolina.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
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HIPAA is a federal law that limits the disclosure of your PHI and provides you with other rights with respect to your sensitive health information. You've probably seen HIPAA referenced on forms at the doctor's office. An important part of HIPAA is called the Privacy Rule. The rule ensures that health insurance companies and health care providers like Nucleus operate under strict standards to protect your sensitive health information. This means Nucleus protects your data in accordance with the same standards that apply to hospitals and doctors' offices. You can learn more in our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
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HIPAA is a federal law that limits the disclosure of your PHI and provides you with other rights with respect to your sensitive health information. You've probably seen HIPAA referenced on forms at the doctor's office. An important part of HIPAA is called the Privacy Rule. The rule ensures that health insurance companies and health care providers like Nucleus operate under strict standards to protect your sensitive health information. This means Nucleus protects your data in accordance with the same standards that apply to hospitals and doctors' offices. You can learn more in our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
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HIPAA is a federal law that limits the disclosure of your PHI and provides you with other rights with respect to your sensitive health information. You've probably seen HIPAA referenced on forms at the doctor's office. An important part of HIPAA is called the Privacy Rule. The rule ensures that health insurance companies and health care providers like Nucleus operate under strict standards to protect your sensitive health information. This means Nucleus protects your data in accordance with the same standards that apply to hospitals and doctors' offices. You can learn more in our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)
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CLIA certification of accreditation means that we have passed federally mandated, rigorous inspections that ensure our ability to perform testing in an accurate, reliable, and quality-controlled manner.
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)
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CLIA certification of accreditation means that we have passed federally mandated, rigorous inspections that ensure our ability to perform testing in an accurate, reliable, and quality-controlled manner.
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)
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CLIA certification of accreditation means that we have passed federally mandated, rigorous inspections that ensure our ability to perform testing in an accurate, reliable, and quality-controlled manner.
College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation
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CAP routinely inspects Nucleus’ laboratory to assess the accuracy and reliability of our high-complexity testing. CAP accreditation indicates that our tests meet or exceed the stringent requirements associated with the analyses we offer.
College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation
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CAP routinely inspects Nucleus’ laboratory to assess the accuracy and reliability of our high-complexity testing. CAP accreditation indicates that our tests meet or exceed the stringent requirements associated with the analyses we offer.
College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation
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CAP routinely inspects Nucleus’ laboratory to assess the accuracy and reliability of our high-complexity testing. CAP accreditation indicates that our tests meet or exceed the stringent requirements associated with the analyses we offer.
State-specific lab licensure
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Nucleus maintains state lab licensure for all relevant states (New York is coming soon!).
State-specific lab licensure
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Nucleus maintains state lab licensure for all relevant states (New York is coming soon!).
State-specific lab licensure
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Nucleus maintains state lab licensure for all relevant states (New York is coming soon!).
Opted out by default
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Under HIPAA, we offer the opportunity for customers to share their data (stripped of direct identifiers such as your name, address, and contact information) through Nucleus’ research program. Learn more here. To ensure that Nucleus members are aware of and can actively consent to such participation, all customers are opted-out of our research program unless they explicitly choose to opt-in.
Opted out by default
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Under HIPAA, we offer the opportunity for customers to share their data (stripped of direct identifiers such as your name, address, and contact information) through Nucleus’ research program. Learn more here. To ensure that Nucleus members are aware of and can actively consent to such participation, all customers are opted-out of our research program unless they explicitly choose to opt-in.
Opted out by default
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Under HIPAA, we offer the opportunity for customers to share their data (stripped of direct identifiers such as your name, address, and contact information) through Nucleus’ research program. Learn more here. To ensure that Nucleus members are aware of and can actively consent to such participation, all customers are opted-out of our research program unless they explicitly choose to opt-in.
FURTHER PROTECTION
Stringent security standards
Nucleus has industry-leading cybersecurity companies performing regular penetration tests for network configuration, infrastructure, and application layers.
Your personally identifiable information (like your name and email) is stored in a separate database from your genetic data. This means even if someone could access one of these databases, they could not connect your identity to your genetic data, or vice versa.
Data encryption (also called “encryption at rest”) is enabled by default for all storage. Keys are managed by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and are stored in the AWS key management service.
FAQ
Does Nucleus share my DNA data with any third parties?
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Nucleus, by default, does not share your genetic data with any third party. This means we will not share your data with third parties such as: Employers Insurance companies Governments Via third-party advertising cookies Additionally, we do not share data with law enforcement — barring the rare exception where there is a court order, subpoena, or other demand that legally compels us to respond. Even in those cases, we are prepared to exhaust all available legal remedies to protect customer privacy. By default, we also do not share your data with academic institutions, non-profit organizations, or pharmaceutical companies unless you give us specific permission by opting into our research program. We recognize that our customers have different data-sharing preferences, and many customers are interested in using their data to help advance research. Our research program provides a way for customers to share — after having undergone a rigorous de-identification process — their data with researchers who have received institutional review board (IRB) approval. This allows users to elect to use their data to advance research and medicine, without compromising their data privacy or security. Unless you explicitly opt into this research program, your data will not be shared with a third party for research purposes for any reason. Even if you opt into helping research, our default policy of not sharing your data with employers, insurance companies, governments, or law enforcement will stand. It’s also important to note that declining to opt into this program does not impact the services and features that Nucleus offers you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at any time at concierge@mynucleus.com. We are here to serve you and help provide a secure and private platform as you embark on your health journey.
Does Nucleus share my DNA data with any third parties?
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Nucleus, by default, does not share your genetic data with any third party. This means we will not share your data with third parties such as: Employers Insurance companies Governments Via third-party advertising cookies Additionally, we do not share data with law enforcement — barring the rare exception where there is a court order, subpoena, or other demand that legally compels us to respond. Even in those cases, we are prepared to exhaust all available legal remedies to protect customer privacy. By default, we also do not share your data with academic institutions, non-profit organizations, or pharmaceutical companies unless you give us specific permission by opting into our research program. We recognize that our customers have different data-sharing preferences, and many customers are interested in using their data to help advance research. Our research program provides a way for customers to share — after having undergone a rigorous de-identification process — their data with researchers who have received institutional review board (IRB) approval. This allows users to elect to use their data to advance research and medicine, without compromising their data privacy or security. Unless you explicitly opt into this research program, your data will not be shared with a third party for research purposes for any reason. Even if you opt into helping research, our default policy of not sharing your data with employers, insurance companies, governments, or law enforcement will stand. It’s also important to note that declining to opt into this program does not impact the services and features that Nucleus offers you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at any time at concierge@mynucleus.com. We are here to serve you and help provide a secure and private platform as you embark on your health journey.
Does Nucleus share my DNA data with any third parties?
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Nucleus, by default, does not share your genetic data with any third party. This means we will not share your data with third parties such as: Employers Insurance companies Governments Via third-party advertising cookies Additionally, we do not share data with law enforcement — barring the rare exception where there is a court order, subpoena, or other demand that legally compels us to respond. Even in those cases, we are prepared to exhaust all available legal remedies to protect customer privacy. By default, we also do not share your data with academic institutions, non-profit organizations, or pharmaceutical companies unless you give us specific permission by opting into our research program. We recognize that our customers have different data-sharing preferences, and many customers are interested in using their data to help advance research. Our research program provides a way for customers to share — after having undergone a rigorous de-identification process — their data with researchers who have received institutional review board (IRB) approval. This allows users to elect to use their data to advance research and medicine, without compromising their data privacy or security. Unless you explicitly opt into this research program, your data will not be shared with a third party for research purposes for any reason. Even if you opt into helping research, our default policy of not sharing your data with employers, insurance companies, governments, or law enforcement will stand. It’s also important to note that declining to opt into this program does not impact the services and features that Nucleus offers you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at any time at concierge@mynucleus.com. We are here to serve you and help provide a secure and private platform as you embark on your health journey.
Where is my DNA sample tested?
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Your DNA sample is sequenced by one of our service providers — a CLIA-certified, NY CLEP-approved, and CAP-accredited specialized U.S. genomics laboratory in Massachusetts. Your raw DNA data is then analyzed in our CLIA- and CAP-certified informatics laboratory, located in North Carolina. It’s important to note that whenever possible, we separate your identity from your DNA sample throughout the testing process and use only your activation code to track your DNA. This means even our third-party sequencing partner has no way of knowing or identifying which or whose sample is coming in — it’s just a barcode. This is one of many precautionary measures we take to safeguard and protect your privacy.
Where is my DNA sample tested?
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Your DNA sample is sequenced by one of our service providers — a CLIA-certified, NY CLEP-approved, and CAP-accredited specialized U.S. genomics laboratory in Massachusetts. Your raw DNA data is then analyzed in our CLIA- and CAP-certified informatics laboratory, located in North Carolina. It’s important to note that whenever possible, we separate your identity from your DNA sample throughout the testing process and use only your activation code to track your DNA. This means even our third-party sequencing partner has no way of knowing or identifying which or whose sample is coming in — it’s just a barcode. This is one of many precautionary measures we take to safeguard and protect your privacy.
Where is my DNA sample tested?
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Your DNA sample is sequenced by one of our service providers — a CLIA-certified, NY CLEP-approved, and CAP-accredited specialized U.S. genomics laboratory in Massachusetts. Your raw DNA data is then analyzed in our CLIA- and CAP-certified informatics laboratory, located in North Carolina. It’s important to note that whenever possible, we separate your identity from your DNA sample throughout the testing process and use only your activation code to track your DNA. This means even our third-party sequencing partner has no way of knowing or identifying which or whose sample is coming in — it’s just a barcode. This is one of many precautionary measures we take to safeguard and protect your privacy.
What is Nucleus’ research program?
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Many of our customers are interested in being a part of a collective effort to broaden scientific understanding of disease and help build the next generation of personalized healthcare solutions. Through Nucleus’ research program, we provide customers the opportunity to help broaden scientific understanding of diseases, including development of new therapies. Most importantly, our ultimate aim is to bring the value of these breakthroughs back to you. If you choose to opt into our program, your data will be stripped of direct identifiers like your name, address, IP address, and contact information and shared with researchers solely at carefully vetted, esteemed U.S. public and private institutions. Our research partners can include academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and pharmaceutical companies. We will never share your data with government agencies of any kind, your employer, public databases, or law enforcement (except under conditions where we are legally compelled to share data). It’s important to note that opting into research participation is entirely voluntary. Declining to opt in will not impact the services that Nucleus offers you.
What is Nucleus’ research program?
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Many of our customers are interested in being a part of a collective effort to broaden scientific understanding of disease and help build the next generation of personalized healthcare solutions. Through Nucleus’ research program, we provide customers the opportunity to help broaden scientific understanding of diseases, including development of new therapies. Most importantly, our ultimate aim is to bring the value of these breakthroughs back to you. If you choose to opt into our program, your data will be stripped of direct identifiers like your name, address, IP address, and contact information and shared with researchers solely at carefully vetted, esteemed U.S. public and private institutions. Our research partners can include academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and pharmaceutical companies. We will never share your data with government agencies of any kind, your employer, public databases, or law enforcement (except under conditions where we are legally compelled to share data). It’s important to note that opting into research participation is entirely voluntary. Declining to opt in will not impact the services that Nucleus offers you.
What is Nucleus’ research program?
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Many of our customers are interested in being a part of a collective effort to broaden scientific understanding of disease and help build the next generation of personalized healthcare solutions. Through Nucleus’ research program, we provide customers the opportunity to help broaden scientific understanding of diseases, including development of new therapies. Most importantly, our ultimate aim is to bring the value of these breakthroughs back to you. If you choose to opt into our program, your data will be stripped of direct identifiers like your name, address, IP address, and contact information and shared with researchers solely at carefully vetted, esteemed U.S. public and private institutions. Our research partners can include academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and pharmaceutical companies. We will never share your data with government agencies of any kind, your employer, public databases, or law enforcement (except under conditions where we are legally compelled to share data). It’s important to note that opting into research participation is entirely voluntary. Declining to opt in will not impact the services that Nucleus offers you.
Does Nucleus share my DNA data with law enforcement or governments?
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Nucleus, by default, does not share your genetic data — or any personal health information (PHI) — with any third party, which includes law enforcement or any government agency. This is true even for customers who elect to participate in our research program. The one exception is when we receive a court order, subpoena, or other demand that legally compels us to respond with genetic or non-genetic data. Even in those cases, we are prepared to exhaust all available legal remedies to protect customer privacy. Additionally, unless we are legally forbidden from doing so, we’ll inform all affected parties of the request for genetic and/or personal data.
Does Nucleus share my DNA data with law enforcement or governments?
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Nucleus, by default, does not share your genetic data — or any personal health information (PHI) — with any third party, which includes law enforcement or any government agency. This is true even for customers who elect to participate in our research program. The one exception is when we receive a court order, subpoena, or other demand that legally compels us to respond with genetic or non-genetic data. Even in those cases, we are prepared to exhaust all available legal remedies to protect customer privacy. Additionally, unless we are legally forbidden from doing so, we’ll inform all affected parties of the request for genetic and/or personal data.
Does Nucleus share my DNA data with law enforcement or governments?
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Nucleus, by default, does not share your genetic data — or any personal health information (PHI) — with any third party, which includes law enforcement or any government agency. This is true even for customers who elect to participate in our research program. The one exception is when we receive a court order, subpoena, or other demand that legally compels us to respond with genetic or non-genetic data. Even in those cases, we are prepared to exhaust all available legal remedies to protect customer privacy. Additionally, unless we are legally forbidden from doing so, we’ll inform all affected parties of the request for genetic and/or personal data.
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sequenced in the u.s.
Made in the U.S.A.
@ 2024 Nucleus Genomics, Inc.
HIPAA COMPLIANT
CLIA CERTIFIED
CAP accredited
sequenced in the u.s.
Made in the U.S.A.
@ 2024 Nucleus Genomics, Inc.