U3a

1933

U3a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of U3a'c, formed about 9,700 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 24 sub-clades and 147 samples under this lineage (Personal 17 / Scientific 6 / Ancient 124).

Key facts

Upstream lineageU3a'c

Downstream sub-clades24

Defining mutations3

TMRCA~9,700 yr · 9.7 kya

AliasesYFull U3a · FTDNA U3a

Samples

147Samples in lineage

17Personal

6Scientific

124Ancient

United Kingdom 12Spain 9Germany 9Algeria 7Türkiye 7Italy 5Armenia 4

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

I373422175 cal BPaDNA
I373142175 cal BPaDNA
I369182175 cal BPaDNA
I368662175 cal BPaDNA

FAQ

What is haplogroup U3a?

When did U3a form?

U3a formed about 9,700 years ago.

Where are U3a samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 147 samples under this lineage, mainly from United Kingdom、Spain、Germany.

How do I attach my sample to U3a?

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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