Windows
2 options- Press Win + . (period) to open the emoji & symbol picker.
- Or in Word: type 1F9EC then Alt + X for the first codepoint.
Multi-codepoint sequence — emoji picker is the reliable option.
Dna Double Helix Symbol
A symbol from the Medical Symbols collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.
- Symbol
- 🧬
- Unicode
- U+1F9EC
- HTML entity
- 🧬
- Category
- Medical Symbols
Export
Download Dna Double Helix as SVG or PNG — or add a caption to make a labelled icon, badge or sticker.
Background
This emoji keeps its own colors. Add a background to turn it into an app icon or avatar. Exports are self-contained and render the same anywhere. Without a background, exports are transparent.
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About the dna double helix symbol
The dna double helix emoji depicts the molecular structure of deoxyribonucleic acid, the genetic material found in nearly all living organisms. It is used in contexts related to genetics, molecular biology, heredity, and biotechnology, often appearing in educational materials, scientific discussions, and health-related messaging.
How to type Dna Double Helix
Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.
macOS
2 options- Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer.
- Search by name or paste the symbol — easiest path for multi-codepoint sequences.
Linux
1 step- Press Ctrl + Shift + U, type 1F9EC, then press Enter or Space.
Copy in every format
Every form of this character — for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, URLs and more. Click any value to copy.
Text vs emoji presentation
This codepoint has two standardized presentations. Append U+FE0E to force the monochrome text form, or U+FE0F to force the colorful emoji form. Default presentation: emoji.
Related medical symbols
Other medical symbols you can copy and paste — explore similar Unicode characters from the same family.
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- ☤CaduceusCopy the caduceus symbol→
- ⚚Staff Of HermesCopy the staff of hermes symbol→
- 💊PillCopy the pill symbol→
- 💉SyringeCopy the syringe symbol→
- 🩺StethoscopeCopy the stethoscope symbol→
- 🩹Adhesive BandageCopy the adhesive bandage symbol→
- 🩼CrutchCopy the crutch symbol→
- 🩻X-RayCopy the x-ray symbol→
- 🏥HospitalCopy the hospital symbol→
- 🩸Drop Of BloodCopy the drop of blood symbol→
- 🫀Anatomical HeartCopy the anatomical heart symbol→
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