Genetic genealogy is one of the newest, fastest-changing and most widely publicized innovations in family history research.
But it can be a little intimidating. You may wonder: Will I really get the genealogy answers I’m looking for (especially considering the $100-to-$300 price tag)? Which of the dozens of tests available should I take? Is my privacy at risk?
Family Tree Magazine is here to help you sort out the information overload and plan a genetic genealogy research strategy. The articles in this section offer expert advice, definitions you’ll need to know, overviews of available tests, testing company contact information and much more.
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Ancestry.com's new autosomal DNA test pairs genetic genealogy with traditional research.
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Meet the face and the force behind genealogy TV shows such as the PBS series—Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates Jr.
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Links to genetic genealogy testing companies and the tests each offers.
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Turn to these resources for the answers you need about DNA.
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If you find a match to your DNA markers in one of these online databases, you may be able to climb your family tree faster than ever.
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Men and women may not come from different planets, but we do have different DNA. Find out how gender (yours and your ancestors’) affects your genetic genealogy options.
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Can't find a DNA surname study for your last name? These resources will help you get one started.
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Participating in a DNA surname project? We’ll help you understand some of the scientific terms you'll come across.
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Can you run a DNA test from a deceased person's watchband? Expert answers for your genealogical questions.
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Do genetic genealogy consumers know what they’re paying for? Geneticists say testing companies aren’t upfront about DNA’s limitations.
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