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W3

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W3 is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of W-b, formed about 5,800 years ago, defined by 1 mutations; TheYtree curates 14 sub-clades and 176 samples under this lineage (Personal 8 / Scientific 23 / Ancient 145).

Key facts

Upstream lineageW-b
Downstream sub-clades14
Defining mutations1
TMRCA~5,800 yr · 5.8 kya
AliasesYFull W3 · FTDNA W3

Samples

176Samples in lineage
8Personal
23Scientific
145Ancient
Pakistan 16Russia 11Germany 9Iran 8Hungary 8中国 8Turkmenistan 6

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup W3?

W3 is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of W-b, formed about 5,800 years ago, defined by 1 mutations; TheYtree curates 14 sub-clades and 176 samples under this lineage (Personal 8 / Scientific 23 / Ancient 145).

When did W3 form?

W3 formed about 5,800 years ago.

Where are W3 samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 176 samples under this lineage, mainly from Pakistan、Russia、Germany.

How do I attach my sample to W3?

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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