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K2a

1991
K2a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of K2, formed about 5,700 years ago, defined by 1 mutations; TheYtree curates 24 sub-clades and 135 samples under this lineage (Personal 11 / Scientific 7 / Ancient 117).

Key facts

Upstream lineageK2
Downstream sub-clades24
Defining mutations1
TMRCA~5,700 yr · 5.7 kya
AliasesYFull K2a · FTDNA K2a

Samples

135Samples in lineage
11Personal
7Scientific
117Ancient
Hungary 9United Kingdom 6Germany 6Russia 6Austria 5Sweden 4中国 4

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup K2a?

K2a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of K2, formed about 5,700 years ago, defined by 1 mutations; TheYtree curates 24 sub-clades and 135 samples under this lineage (Personal 11 / Scientific 7 / Ancient 117).

When did K2a form?

K2a formed about 5,700 years ago.

Where are K2a samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 135 samples under this lineage, mainly from Hungary、United Kingdom、Germany.

How do I attach my sample to K2a?

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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