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AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit: Personalized Genetic Traits, DNA Ethnicity Test, Origins & Ethnicities, Complete DNA Test, Ancestry Reports

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  • TOP-SELLING CONSUMER DNA TEST: From your origins in over 2,600 global regions to the most connections to living relatives, no other DNA test kit delivers an experience as unique and interactive as AncestryDNA
  • DNA + TRAITS: Ever wondered where your freckles came from, or why you hate cilantro? AncestryDNA + Traits lets you discover 40+ genetic traits, allowing you to explore how your genes might have influenced a range of appearance, sensory, fitness, nutrient, and other personal characteristics
  • A FEW SIMPLE STEPS: Simply activate your DNA kit online and return your saliva sample in the prepaid package to our state-of-the-art lab. Your results will be available online in roughly six to eight weeks
  • ETHNICITY ESTIMATES AND INHERITANCE: AncestryDNA provides a more precise ethnicity estimate with greater geographic detail. Our innovative SideView technology takes your results even further by showing your ethnicities and matches by parental side. *Some DNA features may require an Ancestry subscription
  • PROTECTING PRIVACY: We employ industry-standard security measures in every stage of our process. Using data encryption, secure databases, and easy-to-use controls, we protect your data and give you control over it

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Ancestry DNA, Traits
AncestryDNA Traits
AncestryDNA

Ethnicity Estimate

See different regions that make up your estimate, learn the area's history from ancient to modern times, and even learn surprising facts about locations and the people who called those places home.

AncestryDNA

Location and Detail Feature

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DNA Matches Feature

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ThruLines Feature

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Ethnicity Inheritance Feature

Genetic Ethnicity Ancestry Traits Genetic Ethnicity + 3-month Ancestry World Explorer
Genetic Ethnicity Genetic Ethnicity + Traits Genetic Ethnicity + 3-Month Ancestry World Explorer
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4.6 out of 5 stars
83,424
4.7 out of 5 stars
26,528
4.7 out of 5 stars
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Ethnicity Estimate and DNA Matches
Historical Timeline and Ancestral Movements
StoryScout
Over 40 Traits
Traits Around the World
Compare Traits
Access to all records on Ancestry
Access to all public family trees on Ancestry
Access to Ancestry Hints
Connect with millions of other Ancestry members

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.37 x 4.37 x 0.93 inches; 4.97 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ BD14534
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 20, 2018
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Ancestry.com
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07J1FZQBC
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 26,528 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
26,528 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the gift-giving possibilities of the product. They mention that it provides interesting information about their past and provides hints and clues in their search. They also like the processing, and ease of use. However, some customers disagree on value, accuracy, clarity, and performance.

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200 customers mention179 positive21 negative

Customers find the DNA test very easy to use, with clear instructions and a robust website. They also say the process is smooth and the test is a perfect way to start and build your family tree.

"It was easy to use. I ended up finding out relatives that I didn't know existed...." Read more

"...It is very easy to do, and for me I found out I am 100 percent from Scotland, Wales and Great britian, ofwhich I had no idea ." Read more

"...It has very clear, easy to understand instructions. The kits came quickly once we ordered them...." Read more

"...The website is robust and easy to navigate with graphs and pictures and maps to make it simple to understand...." Read more

85 customers mention63 positive22 negative

Customers like the processing of the product. They mention that it is easy, and produces fairly quick results. Some say that the procedure is simple, and the results are returned quicker than advised.

"The turn around time was fast!" Read more

"...Super easy to do and results came in faster than predicted." Read more

"Took a long time to get results and I’m not sure how accurate they are and the website is difficult to work" Read more

"Easy and fairly quick results" Read more

62 customers mention58 positive4 negative

Customers find the content interesting and informative. They say the product is easy to use and provides hints and clues in your search. They also say it's amazing to discover new and interesting things. Customers also appreciate the clear instructions and the fact that it keeps them informed of steps in progress. They mention that the product provides very detailed information on their heritage and people they are connected to.

"...I think both are worth it given the varying results. The health data is interesting but not something I am putting much stake in...." Read more

"...I love that Ancestry constantly updates and refines your DNA profile as the sample size grows with more people being tested...." Read more

"Interesting information, continue to get hints" Read more

"Loved it! Very detailed and useful information!" Read more

56 customers mention56 positive0 negative

Customers like the gift, they mention it's a great deal around the holidays for gifts and an awesome gift for someone who is really interested.

"...It's so cool. It was the best gift I will ever get him. Makes a great Christmas gift" Read more

"This made an excellent gift at my family's holiday gift exchange! I would highly recommend." Read more

"...These kits make great gifts for any occasion and their results may just reveal things you never knew about your own heritage." Read more

"...This is a great gift for anyone and for any occasion." Read more

158 customers mention64 positive94 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the product. Some mention it's worth the money, and a very good product. Others say that it'll waste your money and provide no real value.

"Not worth the money" Read more

"...The price was much lower than it used to be, and I didn't tell them my daughter had sent one in...." Read more

"...Dissapointing.The biggest dissapointment is the money!..." Read more

"This kit was awesome! I am going to get one for my husband too. I learned so much more about my genetics and where my ancestors came from." Read more

132 customers mention61 positive71 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the product. Some find the results surprising and cool to see, while others say the results are questionable, vague, and mediocre.

"...Compared to 23andme, it's highly disappointing and I'm sad I spent the money on this. I would not recommend." Read more

"...The results were so consistent with what I had been told that it gave me confidence in the results...." Read more

"Results did not come back so I have to take another sample...." Read more

"...That said, my experience was positive, instructions were easy to follow, website is reasonably easy for a senior to navigate...." Read more

90 customers mention40 positive50 negative

Customers are mixed about the clarity of the product. Some mention that it gives you percentages of your DNA ancestry around the world, interesting data and family tree info. However, others say that it's very vague and boring.

"...I hate them. You know why? They somehow refuse to explain them...." Read more

"...It has been nice to build my family tree and the Origins of my family. The app is also great!" Read more

"It's too vague." Read more

"...It has very clear, easy to understand instructions. The kits came quickly once we ordered them...." Read more

58 customers mention29 positive29 negative

Customers are mixed about the accuracy of the product. Some mention that it seems to be very accurate, giving them many links that are very accurate. However, others say that it's not very accurate and some information is not accurate.

"...There were few surprises and it even accurately pinpointed regions within the U.S. where I already knew my ancestors had settled...." Read more

"...to fork-out more money, your family tree, built by you, is simply not accurate. Therefore, forget that and just wait for the DNA result." Read more

"...It’s super easy to use, I got it as a present, and seems pretty accurate!" Read more

"Accurate and too expensive" Read more

Genealogy buffs *must* use their ThruLines and Common Ancestor Tools!
5 Stars
Genealogy buffs *must* use their ThruLines and Common Ancestor Tools!
No surprises!I know a lot of people have unusual and difficult-to-determine ancestry or even progeny, but let me reassure you that the accuracy seems flawless to me. I had literally no surprises in my results, which may seem a bit boring at first blush. But it's exciting to confirm all of the research that I did on Ancestry and Family search for the last 2 years.I have a regular and recurring Ancestry account that I paid less-than-full price for (thanks to coupons) and this kit worked extremely well with it. Everybody should know that they run sales for the kits all the time (pick a holiday that entails family members, and you'll find a discount here). So I got mine near Black you-know-what day and it was probably the best sale you'll see.My tree of over 1,000 people is woefully incomplete in my cousin lines. I had only worked on direct ancestors. Well, if you are like me, now you can do two things: you can (1) add in your cousins with DNA matches, most of which will be alive, and (2) confirm or fix your direct ancestors. I was happy when I was able to do #2 especially for my father's line. It turned out that my father's father's father was quite the lady's man! He sort of loved them and leaved them, so to speak. Well, I have several cousins because of all this. While not entirely unexpected, it had been assumed that he died. Nah, he was just starting a new family elsewhere.It also helped me figure out who his father was. So, I guess the secret is out, and I can confirm the rest of my (admittedly boring) tree.So I got many, many DNA links, and some of them shared quite a bit (1 to 3%) of my DNA.And I pretty much can put a damper on the old wives' tales about being descended from Indians. Either they made that up, or I got no DNA from them.I recommend1. you work on your tree in Ancestry (you will need a subscription)2. you watch a video about using the DNA matches and ThruLines3. you learn about cM4. you compare your tree to your 1st, 2nd, 3rd cousins trees5. you eventually try the "dot" method to identify hidden/unknown lines in your tree6. you make your tree public to help othersI liked the traits add-on potential, but I haven't used them much. I actually just clicked the link while typing this, because I sort of forgot about it. Anyway, they are interesting, and I already found two... three which don't describe me well.Well, let me step back. I actually think Ancestry DNA's traits are terrible. I hate them. You know why? They somehow refuse to explain them. They go to all of this high-tech trouble to identify the genes for iris coloration and nose shape, but they can't be bothered with photos of actual humans (not drawings) of a Grecian nose or a pigmented ring. Even an attached ear lobe could help some people.I also don't like their "male hair loss" trait when it has been called "male pattern hair loss" for decades. And get this: their photo for male hair loss shows a bald man who appears to have his head shaved and is relatively young instead of the commonly-seen man with bald spots at that age.Possibly the stupidest trait is cleft chin. Rather than showing us one, they draw white dots where one would be ... on a stock photo of someone without one! Come on, man. Really? I also looked up cleft chin on the Interwebs and there is a funny study of US Senator photos that concludes it is "hard to draw a clear boundary between cleft and smooth chins." Traits may be fun for kids in 5th grade science, but this is just embarrassing.So while I can't really complain if I have 3+ traits or so that don't describe me, their questionnaires and results need a lot of fixes.And just so you know, the traits were not something that sold me on this test: they seem (both to me and the 2nd-stringers who must be creating the questions and results websites) to be an afterthought. DNA testing is by-and-large is to figure out how you relate to others. You sort of already know who you are. So 5 stars with a caveat: ignore the man behind the curtain that tells you that you don't like dancing but you like to run marathons!Also: my results came fast! And I submitted them during the December rush period. I liked that. They completely over-delivered on speed here.
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No surprises!

I know a lot of people have unusual and difficult-to-determine ancestry or even progeny, but let me reassure you that the accuracy seems flawless to me. I had literally no surprises in my results, which may seem a bit boring at first blush. But it's exciting to confirm all of the research that I did on Ancestry and Family search for the last 2 years.

I have a regular and recurring Ancestry account that I paid less-than-full price for (thanks to coupons) and this kit worked extremely well with it. Everybody should know that they run sales for the kits all the time (pick a holiday that entails family members, and you'll find a discount here). So I got mine near Black you-know-what day and it was probably the best sale you'll see.

My tree of over 1,000 people is woefully incomplete in my cousin lines. I had only worked on direct ancestors. Well, if you are like me, now you can do two things: you can (1) add in your cousins with DNA matches, most of which will be alive, and (2) confirm or fix your direct ancestors. I was happy when I was able to do #2 especially for my father's line. It turned out that my father's father's father was quite the lady's man! He sort of loved them and leaved them, so to speak. Well, I have several cousins because of all this. While not entirely unexpected, it had been assumed that he died. Nah, he was just starting a new family elsewhere.

It also helped me figure out who his father was. So, I guess the secret is out, and I can confirm the rest of my (admittedly boring) tree.

So I got many, many DNA links, and some of them shared quite a bit (1 to 3%) of my DNA.

And I pretty much can put a damper on the old wives' tales about being descended from Indians. Either they made that up, or I got no DNA from them.

I recommend
1. you work on your tree in Ancestry (you will need a subscription)
2. you watch a video about using the DNA matches and ThruLines
3. you learn about cM
4. you compare your tree to your 1st, 2nd, 3rd cousins trees
5. you eventually try the "dot" method to identify hidden/unknown lines in your tree
6. you make your tree public to help others

I liked the traits add-on potential, but I haven't used them much. I actually just clicked the link while typing this, because I sort of forgot about it. Anyway, they are interesting, and I already found two... three which don't describe me well.

Well, let me step back. I actually think Ancestry DNA's traits are terrible. I hate them. You know why? They somehow refuse to explain them. They go to all of this high-tech trouble to identify the genes for iris coloration and nose shape, but they can't be bothered with photos of actual humans (not drawings) of a Grecian nose or a pigmented ring. Even an attached ear lobe could help some people.

I also don't like their "male hair loss" trait when it has been called "male pattern hair loss" for decades. And get this: their photo for male hair loss shows a bald man who appears to have his head shaved and is relatively young instead of the commonly-seen man with bald spots at that age.

Possibly the stupidest trait is cleft chin. Rather than showing us one, they draw white dots where one would be ... on a stock photo of someone without one! Come on, man. Really? I also looked up cleft chin on the Interwebs and there is a funny study of US Senator photos that concludes it is "hard to draw a clear boundary between cleft and smooth chins." Traits may be fun for kids in 5th grade science, but this is just embarrassing.

So while I can't really complain if I have 3+ traits or so that don't describe me, their questionnaires and results need a lot of fixes.

And just so you know, the traits were not something that sold me on this test: they seem (both to me and the 2nd-stringers who must be creating the questions and results websites) to be an afterthought. DNA testing is by-and-large is to figure out how you relate to others. You sort of already know who you are. So 5 stars with a caveat: ignore the man behind the curtain that tells you that you don't like dancing but you like to run marathons!

Also: my results came fast! And I submitted them during the December rush period. I liked that. They completely over-delivered on speed here.
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