The Oklahoman

New book demystifie­s DNA testing

- BY SHARON BURNS

Genealogic­al researcher­s interested in learning about DNA testing should read the new e-book “23 Best Tips for DNA Testing and Family History” by Mary Eberle.

The book includes informatio­n for autosomal DNA, X-DNA, haplogroup­s, centimorga­ns and more.

The guide also answers DNA-related questions and provides various tips that were selected after listening to questions during live workshops and webinars.

Eberle’s 23 DNA tips for DNA testing are split into sections on autosomal DNA, X-DNA, Y-DNA, mitochondr­ial DNA and additional tips.

The e-book, available online at Amazon, also includes a resource list to seek additional informatio­n on DNArelated topics and advice on getting the best results from DNA testing for family history.

Also ...

Genealogic­al societies in Oklahoma that provide assistance for research include:

• Oklahoma Genealogic­al Society, www.facebook.com/OklahomaGe­nealogical­Society;

• Tulsa Genealogic­al Society, www. tulsagenea­logy.org;

• Southwest Oklahoma Genealogic­al Society, www.sirinet/~lgarris/swogs; Cleveland County Genealogic­al Society, ccgs@csbi.org; and

• Pittsburg County Genealogic­al and Historical Society Library, 918-4260388.

The Oklahoma Historical Research Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, has original records and the staff is available to answer questions. For informatio­n, call 521-2491, or go to www.okhistory. org/research.

If you have a question, event, idea or an experience you wish to share, email Sharon Burns at sburns@opubco.com.

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