Kay Boynton asked: I am in search of reputable Geneology-based laboratories, who could trace my ancestors from a?hair sample My only sibling (a brother) died in 2005, but I kept one of his hats and removed the inside band. I have a sample of mine also and I could do a saliva swab. That wouold link us together. Has anyone had such experience with this for DNA search? Kay Boynton [email protected] My comments: Many Volga German researchers, including myself, have used Family Tree DNA for DNA research.  However, their testing method involves cheek swabs from living people.  I don't know whether they are equipped to do a similar test using a hair sample.  You could call or email them to find out: http://www.familytreedna.com If Family Tree DNA can't help you with the hair sample, I'm sure there is another testing service that could help you.  If you don't receive a recommendation from someone else, I would do a Google search for "DNA testing hair sample" or something similar.  My impression is that this kind of testing is common in paternity cases.  Paternity testing services would be another potential source. David F. Schmidt Village Coordinator for Boaro, Cäsarsfeld & Stahl am Karaman Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA Email: [email protected]