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DNA Test Shows Woman Told She Was Adopted Is Biologically Related to Family That Raised Her

Media reports rely solely on her Reddit post without independent confirmation or a response from her parents.

Overview

  • The 24-year-old says she was told at age five that she was adopted and describes a close, supportive upbringing with financial help for her studies.
  • A birthday consumer DNA test showed both sets of grandparents and several cousins from her adoptive family as close biological matches, while her parents do not appear on the testing site.
  • Her 25-year-old brother, who she says was also adopted, could not explain the results and is questioning the family account.
  • She is considering asking her parents about her origins after posting the findings online and seeking advice.
  • UK outlets highlighted the Reddit account on October 24, and commenters suggested possible intrafamilial adoption or relative-assisted conception while urging a cautious, compassionate approach.