M2a1

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M2a1 is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of M2a, formed about 15,200 years ago, defined by 6 mutations; TheYtree curates 19 sub-clades and 11 samples under this lineage (Personal 1 / Scientific 8 / Ancient 2).

Key facts

Upstream lineageM2a
Downstream sub-clades19
Defining mutations6
TMRCA~15,200 yr · 15.2 kya
AliasesYFull M2a1 · FTDNA M2a1

Samples

11Samples in lineage
1Personal
8Scientific
2Ancient
India 3Pakistan 2中国 1Afghanistan 1Yemen 1Nepal 1印度 1Sri Lanka 1

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup M2a1?

M2a1 is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of M2a, formed about 15,200 years ago, defined by 6 mutations; TheYtree curates 19 sub-clades and 11 samples under this lineage (Personal 1 / Scientific 8 / Ancient 2).

When did M2a1 form?

M2a1 formed about 15,200 years ago.

Where are M2a1 samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 11 samples under this lineage, mainly from India、Pakistan、中国.

How do I attach my sample to M2a1?

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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