Admixture Calculator

Global Ancestry K5

**Global Ancestry K5 — 5‑way modern admixture calculator** A clear, world‑wide ancestry tool that estimates genome-wide proportions from five reference components: **AMERINDIAN‑SIBERIAN**, **ASIAN**, **EUROPEAN**, **WEST‑ASIAN**, and **AFRICAN**. Ideal for individuals, educators, and researchers who want a fast, interpretable snapshot of deep biogeographic ancestry and major historical admixture patterns. Not for fine-scale ethnicity or medical use.

5 Components

World Target Region

DNA Genics Author

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

Author DNA Genics

Era Modern

Components 5 Populations

Target Region World

Created November 2022

DNA Genics

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About This Calculator

**Global Ancestry K5 — Modern-era 5-way admixture calculator** Global Ancestry K5 quantifies biogeographic ancestry using a compact, modern reference panel of five broad components: **AMERINDIAN‑SIBERIAN**, **ASIAN**, **EUROPEAN**, **WEST‑ASIAN**, and **AFRICAN**. It computes proportional contributions from each reference cluster to describe an individual or population's genome-wide ancestry profile. What it analyzes - Genome-wide allele patterns compared to five continental and subcontinental reference groups. - Relative ancestry proportions expressed as percentages that sum to 100%. - Broad admixture signals rather than fine-scale local ancestry or recent family-level genealogy. Who it's designed for - Individuals worldwide seeking a clear, interpretable summary of major ancestral components. - Researchers and educators needing a reproducible, low-dimensional overview for population comparisons. - Genetic genealogy users who want a rapid, high-level snapshot of deep ancestry. What insights you can gain - Approximate contribution of major human lineages to your genome (e.g., African vs. Eurasian vs. Indigenous American/Siberian). - Signals of mixed ancestry consistent with documented migrations (Out-of-Africa dispersals, Eurasian expansions, peopling of the Americas, Siberian–American links). - Comparative context across populations: which components dominate, and where admixture is complex. Historical and genetic context The five components reflect broad demographic events: ancient African origins, diversification into West and East Eurasian groups, migrations across Siberia into the Americas, and subsequent regional admixture. K5 prioritizes clarity over extremely fine regional resolution, making it ideal for interpreting macro-scale human history in modern genomes. Why this calculator is valuable - Clear, actionable results for both lay users and scientists. - Fast, reproducible, and interpretable five-way breakdown useful for reports, teaching, and e

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Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

5 Reference Populations

AMERINDIAN-SIBERIAN:
- Represents the shared genetic ancestry of Native American populations (Amerindians) and indigenous Siberian groups. Highlights ancient migrations across the Bering Land Bridge and the genetic links between the Americas and northern Eurasia.
ASIAN:
- Includes populations across East, Southeast, South, and Central Asia. Reflects the genetic diversity of groups such as East Asians (Chinese, Japanese, Korean), South Asians (Indian, Pakistani), Southeast Asians (Vietnamese, Thai, Malay), and Central Asians (Kazakh, Uzbek). Captures ancient and diverse migration patterns across the continent.
EUROPEAN:
- Encompasses populations across the European continent, including Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western European groups. Reflects genetic contributions from Neolithic farmers, Indo-European migrations, and interactions with neighboring regions.
WEST-ASIAN:
- Populations from the region encompassing the Levant, Anatolia, the Arabian Peninsula, and Mesopotamia. Known as a historical crossroads of early civilizations and human migrations, this cluster shows influences from ancient farmers and trade routes.
AFRICAN:
- Includes the diverse populations of sub-Saharan Africa, such as Bantu-speaking groups, Nilotic peoples, hunter-gatherers (e.g., San, Pygmies), and Sahelian communities. Represents the oldest genetic lineages and the birthplace of modern humans.

Chapter III

Understanding Admixture Analysis

Learn how admixture calculators work and how to interpret your results

What is Admixture Analysis?

Admixture analysis is a method used to estimate your genetic ancestry by comparing your DNA to reference populations from around the world. Think of it as creating a recipe of your genetic makeup, where the ingredients are different ancestral populations.

This calculator uses 5 carefully selected modern populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.

How It Works

Your DNA is compared to 5 reference populations
Modern populations are used as genetic references
Results show your genetic similarity to these populations
More accurate with a diverse reference panel

Understanding Your Results

Your results will show percentages of genetic similarity to these reference populations. Remember these important points:

Results reflect genetic similarity, not direct ancestry
Modern populations are used as references
Percentages indicate relative genetic contribution
Results are estimates based on available reference data