Genetic Genealogy: DNA and Family HistoryModern genealogy combines DNA analysis with traditional documents in order to provide reasonably exhaustive research and more reliable conclusions. This research guide provides tools to unite science with history as you grow your family tree.
Currier & Ives. Family photograph tree. 1871. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.
Genetic genealogy creates family history profiles (biological relationships between or among individuals) by using DNA test results in combination with traditional genealogical methods. By using genealogical DNA testing, genetic genealogy can determine the levels and types of biological relationships between or among individuals.
