Epigenetic Testing in London & Kent

It looks at two things in one simple sample. Your DNA shows genetic variants you were born with, and these do not change. Your epigenetic markers are chemical tags on your DNA that help switch genes on and off, and these can shift with age, diet, sleep, stress and activity. Muhdo's lab analyses the sample and your results appear in the MuhdoHub app.

Biological age is an estimate made by a statistical model, often called an epigenetic clock. It compares patterns of chemical tags in your sample with patterns typically seen at different ages, then gives a figure in years to set against your actual age. It is a research measure. A higher figure does not mean you are unwell, and a lower one is not a clean bill of health.

It is an estimate, and results vary. Different companies use different clocks, sample types and lab methods, so two tests on the same person can give different figures. Repeating the same test can also give a slightly different result for purely technical reasons. We treat your result as one piece of information to discuss with you, and we do not present it as a precise measurement.

No. The test cannot diagnose any condition, explain a symptom or tell you how long you will live. Genetic results show tendencies, and most health conditions depend on many genes as well as lifestyle and environment. If you have symptoms, or a family history of a serious condition, speak to your GP, who can arrange NHS assessment or testing where appropriate.

Epigenetic markers respond to lifestyle, so your figure can change over time. What researchers do not yet know is whether lowering the figure leads to a longer or healthier life. A small change on a repeat test may also be normal test variation. We use your result as a prompt for habits with stronger evidence behind them, such as regular activity and good sleep.

The £375 covers the Muhdo saliva kit, which is posted to you so you can take the test wherever you are, analysis by Muhdo's lab, access to the MuhdoHub app with its AI health coach, and one consultation with Marina to go through your results, in person at our Maidstone clinic or by video. Further consultations and ongoing Longevity Management are optional and charged separately; we confirm the price before you book anything further.

Your sample goes to the Muhdo lab, and your results appear in the MuhdoHub app once analysis is complete. Lab times can vary, so ask us for the current expected wait when you order. When your results are ready, Marina goes through them with you, in person or by video, and explains what they can and cannot tell you.

It suits adults who want a baseline picture of their biological age and a clear explanation of what it means. It is the wrong test if you want a diagnosis, are worried about a symptom, or need medical genetic testing because of your family history. Those questions belong with your GP. The test also does not replace NHS screening.

Your sample is analysed by Muhdo's lab and your results are held in the MuhdoHub app, so Muhdo's privacy policy covers that data. Genetic information is personal and can also say something about your blood relatives, so it is worth reading the policy before you test. Marina is happy to go through any questions about it at your consultation.