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Y-chromosome DNA (Y-DNA) tests trace both recent and distant generations. The number of generations traced by a Y-chromosome DNA test depends on the type of test taken, short tandem repeat (STR) or single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP).

STR tests are able...

Family Tree DNA just announced a sale on their most popular tests and upgrades which will run until December 31st. Here are the tests and upgrades that are on sale. Remember to order any new tests through our Phillips DNA Project so that your...

How genetics is poised to change our world and is literally changing it right now. Click here to read the article in Forbes.

Member Tests in Progress at FTDNA as of 10/22/2017

Due Date, Batch #, Kit #, Type of Test

10/30/2017, 782, 76446, MT-Full Sequence

10/30/2017, 782, 201688, Y-DNA 111

10/30/2017, 782, 229498, Y-DNA 111

10/30/2017, 782, 288896, Big Y

11/01/2017, 689,...

The DAR website lists 237 bible records that include the name Phillips. Here is a link to the page that displays those records. Thanks to member Doyle Phillips for this tip.