LM Genetics Global K5
Calculator Details
Reference Populations
SouthAsian-Sahulian
South Asian: Populations originating from the Indian subcontinent, known for rich cultural and genetic diversity.
Sahulian: Indigenous peoples of Sahul, the prehistoric continent that included Australia, New Guinea, and surrounding islands.
Mongoloid
- Primarily refers to populations in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Arctic, characterized by certain genetic and phenotypic traits.
Europid
- Consists of populations originating from Europe and parts of West Asia and North Africa, known for a wide range of cultural and genetic variation.
Amerindian-ANE
- Amerindian: Indigenous peoples of the Americas, with diverse cultures and histories.
- Ancient North Eurasian (ANE): Ancestral population that spread into both Europe and Asia, contributing to the genetic makeup of contemporary populations.
Negroid
- Refers to populations primarily in sub-Saharan Africa, with distinct genetic and phenotypic traits adapted to various ecological zones.
Continent Grouping
- Asia: SouthAsian-Sahulian, Mongoloid
- Europe: Europid
- Americas: Amerindian-ANE
- Africa: Negroid
What is Admixture Analysis?
Admixture analysis is a method used to estimate your genetic ancestry by comparing your DNA to reference populations from around the world. Think of it as creating a recipe of your genetic makeup, where the ingredients are different ancestral populations.
This calculator uses 5 carefully selected modern populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.
How It Works
Key Points
- Your DNA is compared to 5 reference populations
- Modern populations are used as references
- Results show your genetic similarity to these populations
Understanding Your Results
Your results will show percentages of genetic similarity to these reference populations. Remember:
- Results reflect genetic similarity, not direct ancestry
- Modern populations are used as references
- Percentages indicate relative genetic contribution from each population
- Results are estimates based on available reference data