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“DNA Doesn’t Lie”: How To Accurately Interpret DNA Test Results

April 15, 2024 by Brandt - Legacy Tree Genealogists Researcher 6 Comments

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When you get your DNA test results, there's a good chance your DNA matches aren't as straight-forward as you had hoped, and there's a lot of room for misinterpretation. Here's some helpful things to consider as you begin your journey into the world of genetic genealogy! If you’ve gotten involved in genetic genealogy at all in the last few years, you have probably heard the phrase “DNA doesn’t lie.” This is meant to imply that, while records left behind by our ancestors can sometimes be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DNA Research Tagged With: biological father, Biological Parents, DNA Matches, DNA test results, genetic genealogy

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