A12

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A12 is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of A-a1b, formed about 9,000 years ago, defined by 2 mutations; TheYtree curates 5 sub-clades and 49 samples under this lineage (Personal 5 / Scientific 26 / Ancient 18).

Key facts

Upstream lineageA-a1b
Downstream sub-clades5
Defining mutations2
TMRCA~9,000 yr · 9.0 kya
AliasesYFull A12 · FTDNA A12

Samples

49Samples in lineage
5Personal
26Scientific
18Ancient
中国 30Russia 10Kazakhstan 2Hungary 1Finland 1Mongolia 1Norway 1

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup A12?

A12 is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of A-a1b, formed about 9,000 years ago, defined by 2 mutations; TheYtree curates 5 sub-clades and 49 samples under this lineage (Personal 5 / Scientific 26 / Ancient 18).

When did A12 form?

A12 formed about 9,000 years ago.

Where are A12 samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 49 samples under this lineage, mainly from 中国、Russia、Kazakhstan.

How do I attach my sample to A12?

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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