Selecting the appropriate test

The test that is most appropriate depends on whether the participant is male or female, the goals for having DNA tested, and which lineage (Father's or Mother's) will be explored.

Participant's gender?

MALE
FEMALE

Paternal Lineage Test (Y-Chromosome 33) — Recommended

Find genetic cousins and learn about ancient paternal ancestry. This is the recommended test for genealogy. For male participants only.

$149

Advanced Paternal Lineage Test (Y-Chromosome 46)

Thirteen additional markers provide a more precise comparison with other participants who also have the advanced test. For male participants only.

$199

Maternal Lineage Test (Mitochondrial DNA)

Learn about the ancient ancestry and early human migrations of your maternal line forbearers. For both female and male participants.

$179

Maternal Lineage Test (Mitochondrial DNA)

Learn about the ancient ancestry and early human migrations of your maternal line forbearers. For both female and male participants.

$179

Female Participants:

If you are interested in exploring your paternal lineage, a DNA sample must be provided by your father, brother, or a male cousin on your father's side. Choose "MALE" for the participant's gender and select a Paternal Lineage test.

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WHY GENDER MATTERS

The type of DNA test you can take depends on your gender. The Paternal Lineage test analyzes DNA found on Y-chromosome which is present only for males.
The Maternal Lineage test analyzes DNA found in mitochondria, which is present in both females and males.

CHOOSING Y-33 vs Y-46

The Paternal Lineage Y-chromosome 33 test is recommended because it provides the minimum number of markers needed to obtain a meaningful match between participants.
You may choose the Y-chromosome 46 test if you want to further narrow the span of generations for finding a common ancestor with another participant's Y-46 test.

MATERNAL LINEAGE

Matching your maternal lineage results can help you find participants who share your ancient ancestry. Maternal test can determine whether participants are NOT related by having one or more result mismatches.