AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit: Personalized Genetic Traits, DNA Ethnicity Test, Origins & Ethnicities, Complete DNA T
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Last update: 12-30-2025
About this item
- TOP-SELLING CONSUMER DNA TEST: From your origins in over 3,600+ places around the world to the most connections to living relatives, no other DNA test kit delivers an experience as unique and interactive as AncestryDNA.
- YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL: We give you full control over your genetic information. You decide what to share, and with whom.
- DNA + TRAITS: Ever wondered where your freckles came from, or why you hate cilantro? AncestryDNA + Traits lets you discover 75+ genetic traits, allowing you to explore how your genes might have influenced a range of appearance, sensory, performance, nutrient, and other personal characteristics.
- A FEW SIMPLE STEPS: Simply activate your DNA kit online and return your saliva sample in the prepaid package to our state-of-the-art lab. Your results will be available online in roughly six weeks.
- ORIGINS AND INHERITANCE: AncestryDNA is the only DNA test that can show your origins results, DNA matches, and traits by each side of the family, without your parents taking a DNA test.
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 6.37 x 4.37 x 0.93 inches; 2.4 ounces
- Item model number : BD14534
- Date First Available : September 20, 2018
- Manufacturer : Ancestry.com
- ASIN : B07J1FZQBC
- Best Sellers Rank:#123 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household)
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- Customer Reviews:4.64.6 out of 5 stars(31,341)
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- pawsGet to know You with thisThis makes a great gift or use it yourself. Very easy to use and get your results to trace your ancestry. Get to know who and why you are the way you are!
- MelissaAMAZING RESULTSI recently purchased the AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! I actually bought one for my best friend and kept one for myself. The process was incredibly straightforward—spitting in the tube was simple, and the instructions were clear.
Within a few weeks, we both received our detailed reports, which provided fascinating insights into our ancestry and personal traits. It was eye-opening to learn more about our heritage and the genetic traits that make us unique.
This kit was a fantastic gift for my friend and a fun, informative experience for myself. Highly recommend for anyone interested in exploring their roots and understanding more about their genetics! - GeorgeGreat valueEasy to use
- W. NewsomGenealogy buffs *must* use their ThruLines and Common Ancestor Tools!No surprises!
I know a lot of people have unusual and hard-to-determine ancestry or even progeny, but let me reassure you that the accuracy seems flawless to me. I had literally no surprises in my results, which may seem a bit boring at first blush. But it's exciting to confirm all of the research that I did on Ancestry and Family search for the last 2 years.
I have a regular and recurring Ancestry account that I paid less-than-full price for (thanks to coupons) and this kit worked extremely well with it. Everybody should know that they run sales for the kits all the time (pick a holiday that entails family members, and you'll find a discount here). So I got mine near Black you-know-what day and it was probably the best sale you'll see.
My tree of over 1,000 people is woefully incomplete in my cousin lines. I had only worked on direct ancestors. Well, if you are like me, now you can do two things: you can (1) add in your cousins with DNA matches, most of which will be alive, and (2) confirm or fix your direct ancestors. I was happy when I was able to do #2 especially for my father's line. It turned out that my father's father's father was quite the lady's man! He sort of loved them and leaved them, so to speak. Well, I have several cousins because of all this. While not entirely unexpected, it had been assumed that he died. Nah, he was just starting a new family elsewhere.
It also helped me figure out who his father was. So, I guess the secret is out, and I can confirm the rest of my (admittedly boring) tree.
So I got many, many DNA links, and some of them shared quite a bit (1 to 3%) of my DNA.
And I pretty much can put a damper on the old wives' tales about being descended from Indians. Either they made that up, or I got no DNA from them.
I recommend
1. you work on your tree in Ancestry (you will need a subscription)
2. you watch a video about using the DNA matches and ThruLines
3. you learn about cM
4. you compare your tree to your 1st, 2nd, 3rd cousins trees
5. you eventually try the "dot" method to identify hidden/unknown lines in your tree
6. you make your tree public to help others
I sort of forgot about the traits. Anyway, they are interesting, and I already found three traits which don't describe me well.
I actually think Ancestry DNA's traits are terrible. I hate them. You know why? They somehow refuse to explain them. They go to all of this trouble to identify the genes for iris coloration and nose shape, but they can't be bothered with photos of ACTUAL humans (not drawings) of a Grecian nose or a pigmented ring. Even an attached ear lobe could help some people.
I also don't like their "male hair loss" trait when it has been called "male pattern hair loss" for decades. And get this: their photo for male hair loss shows a BALD man who appears to have his head shaved and is relatively young instead of the commonly-seen man with bald spots at that age.
Possibly the stupidest trait is CLEFT CHIN (see photo). Rather than showing us a cleft chin, they draw white dots where one would be ... on a stock photo of someone without one! Come on, man. Really? I also looked up cleft chin on the Interwebs and there is a funny study of US Senator photos that concludes it is "hard to draw a clear boundary between cleft and smooth chins." Traits may be fun for kids in 5th grade science, but this is just embarrassing.
So while I can't really complain if I have 3+ traits or so that don't describe me, their questionnaires are confusing and the results need a lot of fixing.
The "traits" were not something that sold me on this test: they seem (both to me and the DNA Traits website team) to be an afterthought. DNA testing is to figure out how you relate to others. You sort of already know who you are. So 5 stars with a caveat: ignore the man behind the curtain that tells you that you don't like dancing -- but you like to run marathons!
You have been warned: DNA Traits are very underwhelming, scientifically questionable, confusing in their descriptions, and no more accurate than a palm reading.
Also: my results came fast! And I submitted them during the December rush period. I liked that. They completely over-delivered on speed here. - BenjaminAncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test KitThought‑Provoking and Mostly Solid — 4 Stars for the AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit
The AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit is a compelling option if you’re curious about your heritage and genetic traits. Sending in the kit is straightforward: the saliva collection is easy and the instructions are clear, which makes the whole experience simple and user‑friendly. Once your results arrive, you get a detailed breakdown of your ancestral backgrounds, percentages by region, and some interesting trait information like your likely hair color, eye color, and other genetic tendencies. It’s fascinating to see how your background pieces together — especially if you don’t know a lot about your family roots.
The insights from the kit feel meaningful. For many people, seeing the regions their ancestors came from or learning about inherited traits can offer a sense of identity and context that genealogical research alone might miss. It’s a great way to spark conversations with family members or encourage digging deeper into your family history. The trait predictions are fun too — nothing feels guaranteed, but it’s interesting to compare what the report says against what you know about yourself and your relatives.
That said, it’s not perfect. The regional ancestry breakdown is, by design, based on probabilities and reference populations, so some of the results may feel broad or vague — especially if your heritage is from regions with lots of genetic overlap. It can be a little surprising sometimes when the percentages shift, especially when you expected a different narrative based on family stories. The trait predictions are also limited: they give you general tendencies, not certainties, so it shouldn’t be taken as a definitive guide but rather a fun insight.
Additionally, while it’s a powerful tool for heritage and traits, it doesn’t replace traditional genealogical research. If you’re looking for exact family tree records or detailed historical documents, this won’t provide that — it’s more of a starting point or supplement.
Overall, the AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit is a worthwhile purchase if you’re curious about your ancestry and enjoy learning quirky, genetic‑based traits about yourself. It offers meaningful, though sometimes broad, insight into your background. For that balance of ease‑of-use, insight, and entertainment, I would give it 4 stars. - Amazon CustomerAncestry is essential!Knowing matters! History is crucial! Ancestry is essential! Inheritance holds significant importance!
I highly recommend this journey! It has been both thrilling and fulfilling as I uncover my true lineage and the influential, prosperous roles my ancestors played in furthering God’s Kingdom on Earth and shaping the USA into His promised land. Jesus is KING of kings and LORD of lords! (Rev 19:16). The Lord's people shall inherit the Earth and their children and their children—for all eternity.
Godspeed.
Peace on Earth 2025! ????️ ???? - SamGood product, it depends on what you are looking forTo be honest I didn't open it and I returned it. I checked reviews and isn't what I was looking for. Depends on what you want, it's not a pro DNA testing but I heard to be a commercial product it gives a good overview. Just read the reviews and specifications and if it what you are looking for, it will.be worth.