We have reason to believe that my wife is part Maori, but it is important to get proof of this. I've read that DNA-based testing of the inhabitants of the Orkney Islands revealed them to be largely Norwegian by DNA; that is precisely the kind of test we think would be right. Does anyone know where to get a test like that done?
Thanks.
2007-01-26 08:04:30 · 3 answers · asked by Tahini Classic 7 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
National Geographic is doing a worldwide DNA testing project to trace people's ancestry. You can view the website here to learn more about it:
http://www.dnaancestryproject.com/index.php
It seems exactly like what you are looking for, but it is a little pricey $200-$300+ (USD) depending on if you want just your paternal roots or both your maternal and paternal roots traced. It seems like a very interesting project and they have more tools for tracing your ancestry online.
Hope this works for you!
2007-01-26 08:35:52 · answer #1 · answered by Kyle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Read "The Seven Daughters of Eve" This talks about mitochondrial DNA and how it can be used to trace ancestry. The guy who wrote it was a proffesor at Oxford. In the book there was some info about how you can get testing. I know this is kinda vague...sorry....I'd go with the National Geographic site. Good luck!
2007-01-26 09:09:00 · answer #2 · answered by Ellie S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there's a company called "ancestry by DNA" that does it for a small fee, I had mine done by them, it was pretty interesting and surprising
2007-01-26 08:47:36 · answer #3 · answered by utchick128 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋