Among mail-in DNA test users most cite tracing family origins as a reason; fewer cite health or finding new relatives

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August 5, 2019

Mail-in DNA test results bring surprises about family history for many users

Among mail-in DNA test users most cite tracing family origins as a reason; fewer cite health or finding new relatives

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Among mail-in DNA test users most cite tracing family origins as a reason; fewer cite health or finding new relatives

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Mail-in DNA test results bring surprises about family history for many users
About four-in-ten who used mail-in DNA testing say they were surprised by results for where ancestors came from
Younger adults, nonwhites more likely to say DNA results changed how they see their racial or ethnic identity

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