← Glossary
TraitModerate

Male-pattern hair loss tendency

Male-pattern hair loss tendency is a genetic trait Biome reports in its body traits panel: One genetic nudge toward male-pattern hair loss, scored for men only.

Category
Body traits
Markers
EDA2R rs1385699
Strength of evidence
Moderate

Genes

Markers (rsIDs)

How Biome reads this

Biome's at-home DNA test reads this directly from one saliva sample, alongside 650,000+ other markers.

Biome DNA test

This page is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Genetic results describe tendencies and predispositions, not diagnoses. Always consult a licensed clinician before making decisions about your health, medications, or supplements.