AxGen offers specialized genetic testing services for both sports performance and general health. For athletes, the company provides injury risk assessments and personalized supplementation guidance based on genetic profiles. For healthcare providers, AxGen delivers advanced genetic screening for chronic diseases, enabling proactive patient management.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Athletes face a significant risk of injury, which can negatively impact performance and career longevity. Traditional training methods often follow a one-size-fits-all approach, neglecting individual genetic predispositions to specific injuries and nutritional needs. This can lead to suboptimal training programs and increased susceptibility to injuries.
Solution
AxGen provides personalized genetic testing and analysis to identify an athlete's unique injury risks and nutritional requirements. By analyzing an athlete's DNA, AxGen delivers actionable insights into potential vulnerabilities, allowing for the creation of tailored training and injury prevention plans. The service offers comprehensive reports detailing genetic predispositions for various sports-related injuries, as well as key performance and nutrition markers. This enables athletes and trainers to optimize training regimens, implement targeted preventative measures, and make informed decisions about supplementation and recovery.
Target Audience
AxGen primarily targets athletes, trainers, sports medicine professionals, and healthcare providers seeking personalized, data-driven insights to optimize athletic performance and minimize injury risk.
Features
- DNA-based analysis of genetic markers associated with 15 sports-related injuries, including ACL/PCL injuries, Achilles tendon rupture, stress fractures, and concussion.
- Assessment of 19 nutrition and performance markers, such as ibuprofen sensitivity, testosterone levels, and vitamin deficiencies.
- Personalized reports with detailed genetic insights, actionable recommendations, and tailored exercise plans.
- Option to purchase a DNA collection kit or upload existing genetic data from 23andMe or AncestryDNA.
- Access to a video library of exercises designed to address specific genetic predispositions and prevent injuries.
- Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS) that combine the effects of multiple genetic variants for more accurate risk assessment.