I've had my DNA done with DNA Tribes Genetic Ancestry Analysis and I was wondering if I could join the group? I have many Devon ancestors going back more than 5 generations. I would like to know where my olive skin, blue eyes and brown curly hair come from.
Re: DNA Test query
Posted by Debbie Kennet on 25/6/2018, 12:59:31, in reply to "DNA Test query"
Hi Louise
I'm sorry but the DNA Tribes test is a different type of test and is not compatible with the tests used by the Devon DNA Project.
A DNA test on its own is not going to tell you where your physical traits have come from though it might be possible to work out the sources if you can get autosomal DNA testing done on enough family members and do some chromosome mapping to track chromosome regions through the generations. The 23andMe test might be the test for this purpose as they do report traits. However, I'm afraid the 23andMe test is also not compatible with the Devon Project.
If you wish to join the Devon Project you would either need to order a Family Finder test direct from FTDNA or you could test at AncestryDNA or MyHeritage and do a free transfer. You might like to have a read of this article which explains about the different types of tests and the choice of testing company: