Common Female Ancestor Testing

How much is the Common Female Ancestor Test?

The Common Female Ancestor Test is only $345, call 800-523-3080 to order, order on-line, or download the order form and fax or mail in your order. Don't forget to take a look at our other informational genetic testing products now as you receive significant discounts when ordering tests at the same time. If you are interested in seeing a sample report, visit our sample report page.

Can I trace my paternal ancestry?

Not through mitochondrial DNA analysis. MtDNA only retraces the motherline. Only males can trace their paternal ancestry. Men and boys have Y chromosomes, which they inherit from their fathers. See our Common Male Ancestor Test page for information on this test.

How far back can I trace my roots?

An exact match with another mtDNA test will indicate the same maternal ancestor at some point in the last 10,000 years on average.

How is mitochondrial DNA different to DNA?

DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) makes up our genetic material, and carries instructions for the biochemical processes of development and life. It comprises a double-stranded chain/sequence of c. 3,000,000,000 bases. Four types of bases are present in DNA, their chemical names are: adenine, cytosine, guanine and thymine. Mitochondrial DNA is a relatively simple stretch of DNA made up of about 16,570 bases. Unlike nuclear DNA, it is not unique, in that it is shared by many generations of the same motherline.

What happens to my DNA after it has been analyzed?

After analysis your sample is destroyed. Only you see the results for your sample.

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