DNA Paternal Ancestry Test
$119.00
Discover the hidden secrets of your paternal lineage. Our Paternal Ancestry Test reveals the remarkable stories of your ancestors—your father’s, father’s, father’s line, and beyond. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of your family history, delving deep into the past to gain a profound understanding of your paternal heritage.
Note: This test examines Y-DNA, which is only present in males. Females who are interested in exploring their paternal lineage can still participate by testing a male relative, such as a brother, father, male cousin, or uncle.
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Discover Your Paternal Ancestry with Y-DNA Testing
Uncover the fascinating story of your paternal lineage with our Y-DNA test. By analyzing the unique markers on the Y chromosome, exclusive to males, you can trace your direct paternal line, exploring your father’s, father’s, father’s, and so on. Gain access to our extensive databases, connect with populations worldwide, find long-lost relatives, uncover ancient origins, and even compare your DNA against famous individuals.
Explore Our Ancestry Databases
Gain exclusive access to a range of ancestry databases, each offering unique insights and enriching your journey of discovery:
DNA Reunion Database
Search for long-lost relatives along your direct paternal line. Connect with relatives you never knew existed, bridging gaps in your family tree and forging new connections that bring your heritage to life. Ideal for genealogists looking to expand their family tree and individuals searching for biological parents or family members separated by adoption or other reasons.
Famous DNA Database
Compare your DNA with royalty, famous historical figures, and notable individuals. Discover potential connections to iconic figures such as Marie Antoinette, Genghis Khan, Nicholas Copernicus, King Richard III, and more. Uncover extraordinary ancestral links and add a touch of grandeur to your family history.
DNA Haplogroups Database
Trace your ancestry back over 100,000 years to its ancient roots in Africa. Follow the captivating migration paths of your paternal ancestors, unveiling their epic journeys and discovering the lands they once called home. Gain a deep understanding of your ancestral heritage and connect with the origins of humanity.
Indigenous DNA Database
Determine which indigenous groups share the closest genetic affinity to your paternal lineage. Explore the remarkable cultures, traditions, and ancestral roots of these indigenous populations. Gain a greater appreciation for your heritage and embrace the diverse tapestry of your paternal ancestry.
What is Y-DNA?
Y-DNA, short for Y chromosome DNA, refers to the genetic material present on the Y chromosome, which is specific to males. Unlike females who have two X chromosomes, males have one X chromosome inherited from their mother and one Y chromosome inherited from their father. This unique characteristic allows for the analysis of Y-DNA to trace direct paternal lineages and explore ancestral connections.
Y-DNA Testing and Paternal Lineage
Y-DNA testing involves examining the markers on the Y chromosome known as short tandem repeats (STRs). STRs are short segments of DNA consisting of 2-13 nucleotides that repeat multiple times. By analyzing the precise number of repeat units at each STR marker, scientists can identify similarities and differences between individuals.
The inheritance pattern of Y-DNA follows the direct paternal line, meaning it is passed down from father to son. This makes Y-DNA testing a powerful tool for tracing one’s paternal ancestry, finding potential relatives along the direct paternal line, and determining the ancient Y-DNA haplogroup—an ancestral genetic group.
Comprehensive Y-DNA Analysis
The Y-DNA Paternal Ancestry Test assesses the number of repeats at specific STR markers on the Y chromosome. These markers are sections of DNA that vary in the copies of a simple repeat sequence. You can choose to analyze 20, 44, or 101 STR markers. The more markers you test, the more precise and stringent your comparisons become when matching against other individuals.
Standard Test: 20 STR markers
Begin your journey with the Standard Test, analyzing 20 STR markers. This option provides a solid starting point to trace your paternal lineage and uncover ancestral connections.
Advanced Test: 44 STR markers
For a more comprehensive analysis, consider the Advanced Test. By examining 44 STR markers, you gain enhanced resolution and a deeper understanding of your paternal ancestry.
Premium Test: 101 STR markers
Experience the highest level of resolution and precision with the Premium Test. By examining 101 STR markers, you unlock the most detailed and accurate TMRCA calculation available, providing a comprehensive exploration of your paternal lineage.
Flexible Testing Options
If you decide to begin with testing only a specific set of markers for your paternal ancestry, such as 20 or 44 markers, you can always choose to test more markers later on. We understand that your journey to discover your paternal lineage may change and develop over time. However, it’s important to know that if you want to test additional markers in the future, you may need to provide another DNA sample to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Combo Ancestry Test
For a complete picture of your ancestry, consider the DNA Ancestry Test – 2 Test Combo. This option allows you to concurrently trace both your maternal and paternal ancestry, providing a comprehensive understanding of your family history.
Summary
Discover Your Paternal Ancestry with Y-DNA Testing
Uncover the fascinating story of your paternal lineage with our Y-DNA test. By analyzing the unique markers on the Y chromosome, exclusive to males, you can trace your direct paternal line, exploring your father’s, father’s, father’s, and so on. Gain access to our extensive databases, connect with populations worldwide, find long-lost relatives, uncover ancient origins, and even compare your DNA against famous individuals.
Explore Our Ancestry Databases
Gain exclusive access to a range of ancestry databases, each offering unique insights and enriching your journey of discovery:
DNA Reunion Database
Search for long-lost relatives along your direct paternal line. Connect with relatives you never knew existed, bridging gaps in your family tree and forging new connections that bring your heritage to life. Ideal for genealogists looking to expand their family tree and individuals searching for biological parents or family members separated by adoption or other reasons.
Famous DNA Database
Compare your DNA with royalty, famous historical figures, and notable individuals. Discover potential connections to iconic figures such as Marie Antoinette, Genghis Khan, Nicholas Copernicus, King Richard III, and more. Uncover extraordinary ancestral links and add a touch of grandeur to your family history.
DNA Haplogroups Database
Trace your ancestry back over 100,000 years to its ancient roots in Africa. Follow the captivating migration paths of your paternal ancestors, unveiling their epic journeys and discovering the lands they once called home. Gain a deep understanding of your ancestral heritage and connect with the origins of humanity.
Indigenous DNA Database
Determine which indigenous groups share the closest genetic affinity to your paternal lineage. Explore the remarkable cultures, traditions, and ancestral roots of these indigenous populations. Gain a greater appreciation for your heritage and embrace the diverse tapestry of your paternal ancestry.
What is Y-DNA?
What is Y-DNA?
Y-DNA, short for Y chromosome DNA, refers to the genetic material present on the Y chromosome, which is specific to males. Unlike females who have two X chromosomes, males have one X chromosome inherited from their mother and one Y chromosome inherited from their father. This unique characteristic allows for the analysis of Y-DNA to trace direct paternal lineages and explore ancestral connections.
Y-DNA Testing and Paternal Lineage
Y-DNA testing involves examining the markers on the Y chromosome known as short tandem repeats (STRs). STRs are short segments of DNA consisting of 2-13 nucleotides that repeat multiple times. By analyzing the precise number of repeat units at each STR marker, scientists can identify similarities and differences between individuals.
The inheritance pattern of Y-DNA follows the direct paternal line, meaning it is passed down from father to son. This makes Y-DNA testing a powerful tool for tracing one’s paternal ancestry, finding potential relatives along the direct paternal line, and determining the ancient Y-DNA haplogroup—an ancestral genetic group.
About the test
Comprehensive Y-DNA Analysis
The Y-DNA Paternal Ancestry Test assesses the number of repeats at specific STR markers on the Y chromosome. These markers are sections of DNA that vary in the copies of a simple repeat sequence. You can choose to analyze 20, 44, or 101 STR markers. The more markers you test, the more precise and stringent your comparisons become when matching against other individuals.
Standard Test: 20 STR markers
Begin your journey with the Standard Test, analyzing 20 STR markers. This option provides a solid starting point to trace your paternal lineage and uncover ancestral connections.
Advanced Test: 44 STR markers
For a more comprehensive analysis, consider the Advanced Test. By examining 44 STR markers, you gain enhanced resolution and a deeper understanding of your paternal ancestry.
Premium Test: 101 STR markers
Experience the highest level of resolution and precision with the Premium Test. By examining 101 STR markers, you unlock the most detailed and accurate TMRCA calculation available, providing a comprehensive exploration of your paternal lineage.
Flexible Testing Options
If you decide to begin with testing only a specific set of markers for your paternal ancestry, such as 20 or 44 markers, you can always choose to test more markers later on. We understand that your journey to discover your paternal lineage may change and develop over time. However, it’s important to know that if you want to test additional markers in the future, you may need to provide another DNA sample to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Combo Ancestry Test
For a complete picture of your ancestry, consider the DNA Ancestry Test – 2 Test Combo. This option allows you to concurrently trace both your maternal and paternal ancestry, providing a comprehensive understanding of your family history.
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FAQ's
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The Paternal Ancestry Test provides you with a wealth of information about your paternal lineage:
- Direct Paternal Lineage: The test uses short tandem repeat (STR) markers on the Y chromosome to trace your direct paternal lineage. This enables you to learn about your father’s, father’s, father’s line and beyond.
- Geographical Origins: By matching your Y-DNA with our extensive databases, you can discover your ancient origins and gain insights into where your paternal ancestors came from. This can help you understand your family’s migratory patterns over generations.
- Connection to Global Populations: The test allows you to match your Y-DNA to populations around the world, potentially linking you to specific ethnic groups or regions. This can provide a greater understanding of your heritage.
- Long-Lost Relatives: The test enables you to potentially connect with long-lost relatives who share your paternal lineage. This can be an exciting way to expand your family tree and meet relatives you never knew existed.
- Comparison to Famous Figures: Our Famous DNA Database lets you compare your Y-DNA against notable people throughout history. You could find out if you have any genetic connections to figures like Genghis Khan or King Richard III.
- Haplogroup Information: The test provides information about your Y-DNA haplogroup, which can help trace the ancient migration patterns of your paternal ancestors.
- Detailed Genetic Profile: Depending on the level of test you choose (Standard, Advanced, or Premium), you will get a detailed genetic profile showing the number of repeats at each STR marker tested. This can be useful for comparing your Y-DNA with others in the database to identify possible paternal lineage connections.
Remember, the more STR markers you test, the more detailed your genetic profile will be, and the more potential connections and information you can discover.
The number of Y-DNA markers you should test depends on the level of detail you want from your results.
- Standard Test – 20 STR Marker Test: This test offers a basic understanding of your paternal lineage. It is a good option if you’re primarily interested in general insights about your paternal ancestry.
- Advanced Test – 44 STR Marker Test: This test provides a more detailed view of your paternal lineage. If you want to uncover more specific information about your paternal ancestry, this would be a better choice.
- Premium Test – 101 STR Marker Test: This test provides the most comprehensive view of your paternal lineage. It offers the highest resolution and the most precise TMRCA (Time to Most Recent Common Ancestor) calculation. If you are deeply interested in genealogy, or want the most specific and detailed insights possible, this would be the best choice.
The more markers you test, the more detailed your comparisons will be when matching against another individual. A perfect match at 101 markers would provide a stronger indication of a close genetic relationship than a perfect match at only 20 markers.
So, consider your own interests, how much detail you want, and how you plan to use the results when deciding how many Y-DNA markers to test. And remember, if you start with a lower level test, you can always upgrade to a higher level test at a later date if you decide you want more detail.
Yes, if you initially choose the Standard Test but later require more detailed information, you can easily upgrade to the Advanced or Premium Test. However, please note that this may require a new sample collection. Additionally, men can choose our Combo Ancestry Test to explore both maternal and paternal ancestry simultaneously.
This particular DNA test analyzes Y-DNA, which is only found on the Y chromosome inherited by males from their fathers. As such, only males can take this specific test. However, women can still explore their paternal lineage by having a male relative—like a brother, father, uncle, or male cousin—from their paternal line take the test. Alternatively, women can take our DNA Maternal Ancestry Test to trace their maternal lineage.
No, the Paternal Ancestry Test is specifically designed to trace your direct paternal lineage by analyzing Y-DNA, which is passed down from father to son. It will not provide information about your maternal lineage.
If you’re interested in exploring your maternal lineage, you would need to take a Maternal Ancestry Test, which analyzes mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA). Both males and females inherit mtDNA from their mothers, so both can take a Maternal Ancestry Test to trace their direct maternal lineage.
Alternatively, if you are male and want to explore both your paternal and maternal lineages simultaneously, you can consider our Combo Ancestry Test, which includes both the Maternal Ancestry Test and Paternal Ancestry Test in a single package.
