A guide to using DNA tests results. DNA test results can be used to confirm or deny an already established paper trail. The confirmation that DNA can provide without a paper trail is when an autosomal match is around the 12%, 25% or 50% range, pointing to an overwhelming amount of overlap and a definite 1st or 2nd degree relation. There are exceptions but they involve a researched paper trail ...
The objective of the project DNA Proof Page - Y-DNA is to create a template / work flow document that is a proof argument for (or against) Y-DNA evidence of a relationship. It should meet “best practices” but be easy for members to use. All assistance much appreciated. References Wikipedia contributors, "Human Y-chromosome DNA haplogroup," Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, (accessed Februar...