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The following descriptions provide brief overviews of each haplogroup’s origin and geographic distribution.

Haplogroup A

Haplogroup A is the first Y-chromosome lineage to diverge, from which all Y-branches are descended. Haplogroup A is restricted to...

Our Phillips DNA Project is based on tests of the male Y chromosome which is passed down from father to son, but many members have also taken an mtDNA test which is DNA inherited from their mothers. Unfortunately, mtDNA is difficult to use for...

Family Tree DNA's sale has been extended through January 4, 2021. You can purchase a Y-DNA37 marker test for $99 plus postage or a Y-DNA111 marker test for $199 plus postage. They also have other tests on sale but please note that these are the...

A 37 marker Y-DNA test is on sale for $99 plus free shipping from now until December 1st. Other tests are also on sale. Click here to order a test through our Phillips DNA Project to ensure your results will be added to our project.