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How do you participate in the Jean Family DNA Project?Currently there are two different companies that we would recommend you use. One is Family Tree DNA (aka: FTDNA) and the other is DNA Ancestry. [Note: The other item you need to consider is that currently we are past the stage where a 12 or 18 marker test is beneficial, and we encourage you take a test with a minimum of 25 markers (but, we prefer at least 33 markers).]Information is for (and from) Family Tree DNAY-DNA 12 (Y-Chromosome 12) — Not-Recommended - For male participants only. $99 Y-DNA 25 (Y-Chromosome 25) — Recommended - For male participants only. $124 Y-DNA 37 (Y-Chromosome 37) — Recommended & Preferred - For male participants only. $149 Y-DNA 67 (Y-Chromosome 67) — Recommended & Preferred - For male participants only. $248 Information is for (and from) DNA AncestryPaternal Lineage Test (Y-Chromosome 33) — Recommended - Find genetic cousins and learn about ancient paternal ancestry. This is the recommended test for genealogy. For male participants only. $149+ Currently Ancestry has reduced the price of this kit to $79, but information is not currently available on how long this price break will be offered. Advanced Paternal Lineage Test (Y-Chromosome 46) - Thirteen additional markers provide a more precise comparison with other participants who also have the advanced test. For male participants only. $199+ Currently Ancestry has reduced the price of this kit to $149, but information is not currently available on how long this price break will be offered. + Note: Prices are current as of Feb 2009 |