Ancient Ancestry

What Do You get

Your Ancestral Name, Story & Map
Discover Genetic Cousins
Online Results
Printable Results Certificate

How the Test Works?

Swab your cheek & mail your sample. Our lab tests your cheek cells to tell you about ancient ancestry and genetic cousins.

How DNA Testing Works

The Test Collection Process

Don't Stop Digging

Invest in your family tree with an advanced paternal test for a higher degree of matching. Explore the maternal side of your ancient ancestry and get the full story of your origins.

See All Testing Options

Ancestry.com DNA Overview - Discover genetic genealogy and ancient ancestry with a DNA cheek-swab test. Find leads based on DNA testing, surnames, geography and haplogroups. Expand your family tree, find potential genetic cousins, see maps and make connections. Learn about the science, lab work and value of your genes in tracing your personal family history. We explain and help you choose a mitochondrial (mtDNA) or Y-chromosome lineage test in a few easy steps.