FAQ: Ordering SNPs or an STR upgrade
Hello Project Members,
For most people, a Big Y test does not fit into the budget for an individual's genetic genealogy. So, to make progress through Y-DNA, strategically ordering SNPs and/or upgrading one's STR marker results can be a very helpful alternative to the project as well as individual genealogies. One can test SNPs and STR markers at both FTDNA and at YSEQ. Here we will explain how one can order one of these tests if we predict that it is needed, or if you are just curious.
Ordering a SNP through FTDNA
1) Log into your FTDNA account
2) Click the "Addons and upgrades" on the top of the page
3) Scroll all the way down and click on "Advanced SNP order form"
-Or, click here: https://www.familytreedna.com/upgrades.aspx?ot=ADV
4) Type in the name of the specific SNP you wish to order
5) Complete the payment
6) The test will be batched within a few days, after which an estimated return period will be given
Ordering an STR upgrade through FTDNA
1) Log into your FTDNA account
2) Click on "Addons and upgrades" on the top of the page
-Or, click here: https://www.familytreedna.com/upgrades
3) Select the upgrade you wish to purchase
4) Finish the payment section
5) Wait for the test to get batched and check back during its scheduled return period
Ordering a SNP/individual STR marker from YSEQ
1) Log into your YSEQ account or create a new account at YSEQ.net
2) From the home page, enter the specific SNP or name of the STR marker into the "Quick Find" tab on the left side
3) Choose the correct one from the given list (make sure it says Haplogroup E!)
4) Pay for the test
5) If you already have submitted a kit at YSEQ, the test usually takes only 1-2 weeks. If not, they will send you a kit to test with. You will have to send it back with the correct stamp for international shipping.
As always, it's important to get guidance from project admins as to what our most up-to-date recommendations are. Feel free to send us an email at any time if you are interested in further testing. Thanks!
Leo
For most people, a Big Y test does not fit into the budget for an individual's genetic genealogy. So, to make progress through Y-DNA, strategically ordering SNPs and/or upgrading one's STR marker results can be a very helpful alternative to the project as well as individual genealogies. One can test SNPs and STR markers at both FTDNA and at YSEQ. Here we will explain how one can order one of these tests if we predict that it is needed, or if you are just curious.
Ordering a SNP through FTDNA
1) Log into your FTDNA account
2) Click the "Addons and upgrades" on the top of the page
3) Scroll all the way down and click on "Advanced SNP order form"
-Or, click here: https://www.familytreedna.com/upgrades.aspx?ot=ADV
4) Type in the name of the specific SNP you wish to order
5) Complete the payment
6) The test will be batched within a few days, after which an estimated return period will be given
Ordering an STR upgrade through FTDNA
1) Log into your FTDNA account
2) Click on "Addons and upgrades" on the top of the page
-Or, click here: https://www.familytreedna.com/upgrades
3) Select the upgrade you wish to purchase
4) Finish the payment section
5) Wait for the test to get batched and check back during its scheduled return period
Ordering a SNP/individual STR marker from YSEQ
1) Log into your YSEQ account or create a new account at YSEQ.net
2) From the home page, enter the specific SNP or name of the STR marker into the "Quick Find" tab on the left side
3) Choose the correct one from the given list (make sure it says Haplogroup E!)
4) Pay for the test
5) If you already have submitted a kit at YSEQ, the test usually takes only 1-2 weeks. If not, they will send you a kit to test with. You will have to send it back with the correct stamp for international shipping.
As always, it's important to get guidance from project admins as to what our most up-to-date recommendations are. Feel free to send us an email at any time if you are interested in further testing. Thanks!
Leo
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