DNA Q&A
DNA Q&A: 23andMe vs. FamilyTreeDNA mtDNA Results
Your mtDNA results can vary between companies. Learn what the differences mean and how they can tell you more about your ancestry.
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DNA Q&A: Do DNA Tests Put Your Personal Information at Risk? Premium
Have the millions of DNA test-takers given up personal information? Our legal expert answers 19 crucial questions about DNA testing and your privacy.
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DNA Q&A: How to DNA Test a Parent Who’s Passed Away
We don't always get a chance get a parent's DNA tested before they pass. Make plans to collect a sample so their memory will live on through genealogy.
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DNA Q&A: Shared DNA for Cousins Related Multiple Ways Premium
Curious about how to determine the amount of shared DNA across multiple relatives? Follow these tips and you'll have it calculated in no time!
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DNA Q&A: Understanding Sibling DNA
You and your sibling share the same parents, so why isn't your genetic makeup identical? DNA expert Diahan Southard explains the answer in a way genealogists are sure to understand.
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DNA Q&A: X-DNA and mtDNA (What’s the Difference?)
The confusion between X-chromosome DNA (X-DNA) and mtDNA is common. Our DNA expert explains the difference.
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DNA Q&A: Creating a Genetic Genealogy Testing Strategy
You've got a limited DNA testing budget but lots of relatives. How do you decide who should be next to test? We'll show you two ways to create your genetic genealogy testing strategy.
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DNA Q&A: Why Should I Link My Family Tree to DNA Results?
Should you link your family tree to your DNA results? How do you do it? Our DNA expert explain why and how for each DNA testing company.
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DNA Q&A: How to Understand Missing or Unexpected Matches
Wondering why you don't share more DNA matches with your mother, or why you're not seeing a surname you expect? We'll explain a few of the possible reasons.
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DNA Q&A: Using DNA to Find Relatives
Here's a quick tip for identifying those DNA matches that have the best chance of aiding your research.
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