FamilyTreeDNA Review
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Begin your DNA journey. Learn about your personal history and follow the path of your ancestors with FamilyTreeDNA’s industry-leading tests. Family Finder provides powerful interactive tools to help find your DNA matches, trace your lineage through time and determine family connections.
Highlights
  • Male & Female specific test
  • Connect with your autosomal DNA relatives within the last 5 generations
  • Trace your surname to its roots and build your family tree
  • Average Result Time: 4-8 weeks
  • Tests: Ancestry
  • Geographic regions: 180 countries
  • Gift DNA kits available:
  • DNA kit: $59-$159
  • DNA collection method: Cheek swab
  • Ethnicity estimate: 90+ populations
  • Family tree builder:

About

Founded in 2000, FamilyTreeDNA pioneered the field of genetic genealogy—the use of DNA testing to establish relationships between individuals and determine ancestry. As leaders in the industry, they provide advanced technology for users to gain further insight into their family history—all with a simple swab of DNA. Over 2 million people have tested with FamilyTreeDNA, resulting in the most comprehensive DNA matching database in the industry.

While most testing companies send your DNA to third-party labs, FamilyTreeDNA process, and store all samples in their on-site, state-of-the-art laboratory. Their expert team of industry leaders and CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited facility ensure that they meet the highest standards and deliver accurate results. They use the latest technology including Illumina’s powerful HumanOmniExpress-24 chip and NovaSeq Sequencing System, allowing them to genotype DNA at the highest level and process the greatest number of samples. 

Additional information

Mailing address:

FamilyTreeDNA
1445 N Loop Suite 820
Houston, TX 77008

Phone number:

713-868-1438

Office hours:

Mon - Fri 9 AM - 5 PM CT

Sat 9 AM - 4 PM CT