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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...

Here's a link to an article written by Dick Eastman that every genealogist should read.

FTDNATiP™ (FamilyTreeDNA’s Time Predictor) is a program that predicts the time to the most recent common ancestor for two men based on their Y-chromosome STR matching and STR mutation rates. FTDNATiP™ provides powerful and precise calculations of...

Dr. Lior Rauchberger, CEO of leading Australian genomics company, myDNA, announced a merger with the U.S., Houston-based consumer DNA test company, FamilyTreeDNA, and its parent company, Gene by Gene. Dr. Rauchberger will step into the role of CEO...

Member Tests in Progress at FTDNA as of 02/06/2021

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

02/08/2021    1151               266747           mtDNA Full Sequence

02/08/2021    1147               464257           mtDNA Full Sequence

03/01/2021    1161               947608           Y-DNA 37

03/17/2021    1154               B81909          Big Y-700     

03/17/2021...