NEXT STEPS: WORKING WITH YOUR AUTOSOMAL DNA MATCHES; by Diahan Southard (who worked for Sorenson Molecular); 4 pp; 8.5x11; Full Color, laminated; Published: 2016; Item # LU21

Many genealogists have heard about the power of DNA testing in genealogy and have dabbled in their own DNA test results. This guide outlines what to do next to maximize the power of DNA testing in genealogy. This guide provides instruction on:

• How to leverage the power of known relatives who have tested
• Gain a basic understanding of chromosome browsers and their role in the search process
• Access to a free bonus template for evaluating the genealogical relationship of a match in relationship to the predicted genetic relationship
• A methodology for converting the unknown relatives on the match list into known relatives

With this guide in hand, genealogists will be prepared to take their DNA testing experience to the next level and make new discoveries about their ancestors and heritage.

This Item is also available in PDF format.

Other guides by Diahan Southard

• Understanding AncestryDNA
• Understanding 23andMe
• Understanding Family Tree DNA
• Getting Started: Genetics for the Genealogist
• Autosomal DNA for the Genealogist
• Mitochondrial DNA for the Genealogist
• Y Chromosome DNA for the Genealogist
• Organizing Your DNA Matches: A Companion Guide
• Gedmatch: A Next Step For Your Autosomal DNA Test

Other DNA Guides

• The Portable Genealogist: Using DNA in Genealogy, by Christopher C. Child
• Genealogy at a Glance: Genetic Genealogy Basics, by Angie Bush
• Quicksheet - Citing Genetic Sources for History Research - Evidence Style, by Elizabeth Shown Mills
• The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy; by Blaine T. Bettinger