_DNA Testing 101 - Ancestry DNA Tests for Genealogists_ (http://genealogy.about.com/cs/geneticgenealogy/a/dna_tests.htm) I thought I would post the above web page. It explains how the DNA testing works and what we can except to learn from it. It's about 4 pages long. As a caution, remember that mistakes can be made in DNA testing. The more male Via's that get involved with the testing the better results we can expect. From recent testing it appears as though the Via line from Amherst is not related to the Albemarle County Via's. Before I am convinced that there is no connection I'd like to see the results from others from that line and not base findings on one DNA sample. Elaine has done a great job with this project. I think she will tell you that when she refers to Kit # she is protecting the individual and their identity. It's better to error on the side of caution. It's a tough task to provide us with the information learned by DNA testing and still protect a persons privacy. I'd love to see some more test results from the Amherst line and test results from the Maryland Viers. Any volunteers?? As a group I'm sure we will learn more about DNA in the coming months. Judy
Judy: I will be happy to volunteer for the test. I truly believe I am from the Amherst/Nelson County Via line. Elanie, would you furnish me with a kit and I will pay for it. Address Buddy Viers 1409 N. Harrison Ave Sherman, Texas 75090 Ph 903 893 0738 Buddy ----- Original Message ----- From: Jlmaupin@aol.com<mailto:Jlmaupin@aol.com> To: VIA-L@rootsweb.com<mailto:VIA-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2005 9:03 PM Subject: [VIA-L] DNA testing _DNA Testing 101 - Ancestry DNA Tests for Genealogists_ (http://genealogy.about.com/cs/geneticgenealogy/a/dna_tests.htm<http://genealogy.about.com/cs/geneticgenealogy/a/dna_tests.htm>) I thought I would post the above web page. It explains how the DNA testing works and what we can except to learn from it. It's about 4 pages long. As a caution, remember that mistakes can be made in DNA testing. The more male Via's that get involved with the testing the better results we can expect. >From recent testing it appears as though the Via line from Amherst is not related to the Albemarle County Via's. Before I am convinced that there is no connection I'd like to see the results from others from that line and not base findings on one DNA sample. Elaine has done a great job with this project. I think she will tell you that when she refers to Kit # she is protecting the individual and their identity. It's better to error on the side of caution. It's a tough task to provide us with the information learned by DNA testing and still protect a persons privacy. I'd love to see some more test results from the Amherst line and test results from the Maryland Viers. Any volunteers?? As a group I'm sure we will learn more about DNA in the coming months. Judy