LM Genetics K16

By LM Genetics
Admixture Calculator

Calculator Details

Name
LM Genetics K16
Target Population
World
Author
LM Genetics
Era
Modern
Number of Components
16
Description
LM Genetics K16 is a modern, global autosomal admixture calculator that parses your DNA into 16 well‑curated ancestral components to reveal regional affinities and mixed heritage signals. Built for a worldwide audience—from hobbyist genealogists and family historians to population geneticists and curious consumers—K16 offers a high‑resolution snapshot of where your DNA finds its closest matches in human population structure. The model uses reference populations spanning Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania (Caucasian, South‑Euro, North‑Eurasian, SE‑Asian, Central‑African, West‑Asian, Horner, Indian, Amerindian, Eastern‑Euro, African_HG, East‑Asian, NW‑Euro, West‑African, North‑African, Papuan) to apportion ancestry into interpretable components. What it analyzes: autosomal markers are compared to the 16 reference groups to estimate relative ancestry proportions, highlight primary and secondary contributions, and detect mixtures that reflect historical migrations, trade, and local demographic events. Insights you can gain include regional ancestral breakdowns, likely biogeographic affinities, and signals of recent vs. deeper ancestry when interpreted alongside known family history. Historical and genetic context: LM Genetics K16 connects individual results to broad human stories—Out‑of‑Africa dispersals, Eurasian population structure, African diversity, Asian expansions, Native American founding events, and Pacific settlement—without overinterpreting single markers. It emphasizes population trends and shared ancestry patterns rather than definitive lineage claims. Why it’s valuable: the 16‑component design balances global coverage with fine granularity, making it useful for comparative analyses, tracing mixed ancestries, and exploring regional ties that simpler calculators may miss. Results are statistical estimates dependent on reference choice; they work best when combined with genealogical records and other lines of evidence. LM Genetics K16 gives yo
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Reference Populations

  • Caucasian: Populations primarily from the Caucasus region, characterized by a diverse mixture of ethnic groups and languages.

  • South-Euro: Populations from Southern Europe, typically including Mediterranean countries like Italy, Spain, and Greece, known for historical Roman and Hellenic influences.

  • North-Eurasian: Populations from the northern areas of Eurasia, often encompassing both European and Asian sectors, exhibiting diverse genetic backgrounds.

  • SE-Asian: Populations from Southeast Asia, including countries like Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia, with rich cultural diversity and historical trade networks.

  • Central-African: Populations in the central region of Africa, often representing a variety of ethnic groups with deep indigenous roots.

  • West-Asian: Populations from the Western Asia region, characterized by Middle Eastern ethnic groups and significant historical empires, like the Persian and Ottoman.

  • Horner: Populations from the Horn of Africa, mainly Somali, Eritrean, and Ethiopian groups with unique Afro-Asiatic linguistic ties.

  • Indian: Populations from the Indian subcontinent, known for its vast population diversity and ancient civilizations like the Indus Valley.

  • Amerindian: Indigenous populations of the Americas, encompassing a wide range of ethnic groups from North, Central, and South America.

  • Eastern-Euro: Populations from Eastern Europe, including Slavic, Baltic, and other ethnic groups with strong cultural and historical connections.

  • African_HG: African hunter-gatherer populations, representing some of the most ancient genetic lineages on the continent.

  • East-Asian: Populations from East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, known for distinct cultural and historical backgrounds.

  • NW-Euro: Populations from Northwest Europe, often including countries like the UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia, with a history of maritime exploration and trade.

  • West-African: Populations from the western region of Africa, typically represented by large ethnic groups such as the Yoruba, Hausa, and Akan.

  • North-African: Populations from Northern Africa, often influenced by both African and Mediterranean ancestries, with historical Berber and Arab influences.

  • Papuan: Indigenous populations of Papua New Guinea, with unique cultural and genetic attributes distinct from neighboring regions.

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 16 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 16 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
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