FamilyTreeDNA and Sorenson Labs use different standards to report four STR (short tandem repeat) marker values. After you transfer your results, we convert them to FamilyTreeDNA's standard. The four markers that will change are DYS441, DYS442, Y-GATA-A10, and Y-GATA-H4.
After you transfer your Y-DNA results to FamilyTreeDNA, you may: Order the Y-DNA33/25 or Y-DNA46/37 marker completion panel (if you have not yet done so). Upgrade to higher Y-DNA testing levels. Order other tests we [...]
You may take part in the FamilyTreeDNA Y-DNA Transfer program by following these steps. Go to the Y-DNA Transfer page. Select the transfer package that is right for you, and click on the Order Now [...]
Promoting the Y-DNA Transfer program depends on the efforts of project administrators. Your method for reaching out to potential transfers will vary. Here are some ideas. Update your project's Public Project Website with information about [...]
If you have a micro-allele value for one of the STRs that you transfer, it will not be included as a micro-allele.
Y-DNA results from any company that uses Sorenson Labs qualify for the current Y-DNA Transfer program.