U6a

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U6a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of U6a'b'd, formed about 13,900 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 71 sub-clades and 109 samples under this lineage (Personal 26 / Scientific 17 / Ancient 66).

Key facts

Upstream lineageU6a'b'd
Downstream sub-clades71
Defining mutations3
TMRCA~13,900 yr · 13.9 kya
AliasesYFull U6a · FTDNA U6a

Samples

109Samples in lineage
26Personal
17Scientific
66Ancient
Algeria 14Spain 8Morocco 8Tunisia 7Italy 6Belgium 4Portugal 4

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup U6a?

U6a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of U6a'b'd, formed about 13,900 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 71 sub-clades and 109 samples under this lineage (Personal 26 / Scientific 17 / Ancient 66).

When did U6a form?

U6a formed about 13,900 years ago.

Where are U6a samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 109 samples under this lineage, mainly from Algeria、Spain、Morocco.

How do I attach my sample to U6a?

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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