Genetic Genealogy DNA Testing Dictionary

Charles F. Kerchner, Jr., has published a new dictionary that is going to remain on my bookshelf, within arm's reach, for a long time. I am still in "learning mode" when it comes to DNA and genetics, and I suspect I'll be referring to this dictionary often as I become more and more immersed in the topic

As you might expect, the Genetic Genealogy DNA Testing Dictionary contains definitions of words, terms, acronyms, and abbreviations found in genetics. It also serves as a pronunciation guide. What surprised me, however, was the number of drawings. The dictionary contains drawings of the Nuclear DNA Structure, a Double Helix Structure of a DNA molecule, a pictorial of DNA containing Organelles in a human cell (and the word "Organelles" is also explained), a male Karyotype Diagram, and more.

I won't say this is an "easy to read" book. Indeed, I struggled for a bit with "Deduced Ancestral Haplotype" and "Tetra-Nucleotide Repeat." However, Mr. Kerchner translates those terms nearly to layman's English. This slim spiral-bound booklet serves to reduce the mystique surrounding all the new buzzwords found in DNA. You can even see a few pages of this dictionary on Kerchner's web site. That will give you an excellent preview of the typical entries found within this dictionary.

Charles F. Kerchner, Jr.'s Genetic Genealogy DNA Testing Dictionary is a great resource for beginners in DNA testing. The better understanding of this topic should be a useful complement to traditional genealogical research.

For more information about the Genetic Genealogy DNA Testing Dictionary, to see the sample pages, or to safely order the dictionary via PayPal's safe and secure system, go to http://www.kerchner.com/books/ggdictionary.htm.

Comments

[Richard Cottrell]

Yes it is a handy book to have if one uses genetic genealogy.

Mr. Kerchner is to be commended for his authoring of the dictionary and his dedication to the field of genetic genealogy.

[Ken Hedgpeth]

Hey Dick - that is an excellent write up :) I think Charles has hit the mark with this book, not only helping the layman in understanding these foreign words, but also helping in a big way to advance genetic genealogy as a whole ... the more people can know and learn about the subject of DNA as a useful tool in genealogy ... the more it will become acceptable to the skeptic :)

Ken -
hdpth-DNA

[Charles Hield]

I've got a family reunion coming up. Is there an inexpensive way to get and submit DNA samples from our group?

[Ruth]

See this web site: www.smgf.org

Tests are free, without report of results. One individual may pay for his test, and compare to others who were tested free.

[Lyn Casey]

Genetic Genealogy DNA Testing Dictionary by Charles F. Kerchner was ordered and delivered promptly.

This dictionary is well organized and enables a novice to quickly understand the terms and vocabulary they encounter when starting to delve or dive into the world of genetealogy.

If you are finally trying to trace your origins by genetic testing to complement your genealogy struggles then this dictionary is a necessary book to own.

Charles has shown his sensitivity to everyone by fine detailing the definitions of genetic scientists with both illustrations and the correct pronounciation of each word.

His web site can enhance your knowledge of genetealogy.

http://www.kerchner.com/dna-info.htm

[Helen Rose@ Thomas Barnes]

rceived mtDNA report.....my g-grandmothe was ameican indian?..thought the test would help but you need a ph.D....to undstand heport. she has haplagroup H, , D loop contains HVSI, hsp,oh,lsp. anyone have ant suggestions, oh yes we will be calling the company but just thought it might be a simple answe....she was rpor to be Cheoke.

Thomas BARNES