The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin
Published: Aug 13, 2019
Words:
75478
Flesch:
54.49
DDC:
929.1072
FAST Tags:
Genetic genealogy,
Genealogy,
DNA--Analysis,
DNA fingerprinting
LCC:
CS21
Book Details
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Description:
Unlock the family secrets in your DNA!
Discover the answers to your family history mysteries using the most cutting edge tool available. This plain-English guide (newly updated and expanded to include th latest DNA developments) will teach you what DNA tests are available; the pros and cons of the major testing companies; and how to choose the right test to answer your specific genealogy questions. And once you've taken a DNA test, this guide will help you use your often-overwhelming results, with tips for understanding ethnicity estimates, navigating suggested cousin matches, and using third-party tools like GEDmatch to further analyze your data.
The book features:
· Colorful diagrams and expert definitions that explain key DNA terms and concepts such as haplogroups and DNA inheritance patterns
· Detailed guides to each of the major kinds of DNA tests and tips for selecting the DNA test that can best help you solve your family mysteries,...