U8a

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U8a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of U8, formed about 14,400 years ago, defined by 5 mutations; TheYtree curates 14 sub-clades and 63 samples under this lineage (Personal 3 / Scientific 2 / Ancient 58).

Key facts

Upstream lineageU8
Downstream sub-clades14
Defining mutations5
TMRCA~14,400 yr · 14.4 kya
AliasesYFull U8a · FTDNA U8a

Samples

63Samples in lineage
3Personal
2Scientific
58Ancient
Germany 5Belgium 4United Kingdom 3Russia 3France 2Hungary 2Italy 1

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup U8a?

U8a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of U8, formed about 14,400 years ago, defined by 5 mutations; TheYtree curates 14 sub-clades and 63 samples under this lineage (Personal 3 / Scientific 2 / Ancient 58).

When did U8a form?

U8a formed about 14,400 years ago.

Where are U8a samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 63 samples under this lineage, mainly from Germany、Belgium、United Kingdom.

How do I attach my sample to U8a?

Register and use the Free Submit tool to submit your maternal haplogroup or mutations; it will be placed on the corresponding maternal tree.



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