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Featured Article Ethnic DNA Testing: The Future of Genealogy Curiosity often abounds when it comes to our family origins. While those who have been adopted may be wondering about their biological families, others may be interested in learning more about their ancestors from past centuries. For others, learning more about their ethnic roots may be the goal of DNA testing. How Ethnic DNA Testing Works The procedure for ethnic DNA testing is a relatively simple one from your end. After contacting a company that specializes in DNA testing, you submit a DNA sample by rubbing a cotton swab on the inside of your cheek and sending it to the laboratory for analysis. Some companies provide gum or mouthwash instead of swabs. Most ancestry DNA testing companies test either Y-chromosomes or mitochondria for information on your family. However, ethnic DNA testing is not the same as ancestry DNA testing. Ethnic DNA testing examines different genetic information, referred to as autosomal DNA testing. Read on to learn more about ethnic DNA testing.			Blogs
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