U8a

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U8a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of U8, formed about 14,400 years ago, defined by 5 mutations; TheYtree curates 14 sub-clades and 63 samples under this lineage (Personal 3 / Scientific 2 / Ancient 58).

Key facts

Upstream lineageU8

Downstream sub-clades14

Defining mutations5

TMRCA~14,400 yr · 14.4 kya

AliasesYFull U8a · FTDNA U8a

Samples

63Samples in lineage

3Personal

2Scientific

58Ancient

Germany 5Belgium 4Russia 3United Kingdom 3Hungary 2France 2Moldova 1

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

I368022175 cal BPaDNA
I45087.TW599 BPaDNA
I44985.TW314 BPaDNA
I42313_preQC.TW599 BPaDNA

FAQ

What is haplogroup U8a?

When did U8a form?

U8a formed about 14,400 years ago.

Where are U8a samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 63 samples under this lineage, mainly from Germany、Belgium、Russia.

How do I attach my sample to U8a?

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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