DNA Testing ? Convenient, Revealing and Rewarding...

Posted by recordclick on January 3rd, 2013

Ever since the discovery of DNA back in 1953, DNA testing has come a long way in terms of assisting genealogical research.  Finding biological parents,  or getting to know one’s sixteen prior generations, and unraveling the truth lying on the covers of genetics has become completely feasible today, at least scientifically. Incredibly, finding out the ethnicity of ancestry is also possible, thanks to DNA genealogy testing.

While the Y-DNA testing enables one to find out his paternal lineage, the Mt DNA offers help in figuring out the maternal lines. Whereas, the autosomal DNA testing can offer help in finding the family’s ancestry as it uses the DNA from both parents.  Such tests have now become all the more convenient as the hassle of going to a lab to get tested is not required. All that needs to be done is order a DNA test kit from an established genealogy research service provider. One can then give the sample for testing, by simply following the instructions that come along with the kit. A release form also has to be filled and signe, for submission along with the sample. The form is basically the consent of the signee that allows the testing company to forward his name and contact details to anyone whose genetic fingerprints exactly matches those of his own.

Many companies offer such testing services, such as Family tree DNA (of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates Jr. fame). There are other companies too. However, the important fact to know and understand is  how to combine the test results with comprehensive lineage search strategies. A professional genealogy researcher can be of great help in such an task.  The genealogy researchers have access to extensive databases and are trained well enough to be able to use them proficiently. Moreover, these experts have a significant understanding of how to deal with a testing participant and his family members on an emotional level, since these matters can be highly sensitive. They may have a lot of patience, to provide support to the client, in cases where certain unforeseen  discoveries are made during the research process. They may also prove to be highly supportive in those instances where no positive results. All in all, the genealogy researchers are a great aid to the participants, both on the professional front as well the personal front.

So if, you are looking for DNA testing, to figure out your lineage just go online, and select a company that you think will serve your needs at reasonable prices. Remember, the process can be highly rewarding, and it could be completely worth your time and efforts to go through this process.

About the Author:

The article has been written by Elizabeth Khan. Headed by Founder and Co-Owner Elizabeth Khan, an English-born entrepreneur with an Irish twist, Record Click offers its customers a unique research experience through its interactive on-line project management system that allows clients an unparalleled participatory experience, while also providing valuable input to the Team. Record Click doesn't just assign an individual genealogy researcher to a cause; it unleashes its entire Team on each genealogy case, so that clients are able to leverage a network of knowledge and strategies.