Genetic analyses can be used to understand human history, evolution, and migration. However, there are various types of genetic analyses, each with varying applications. See more

Admixture in a given modern/ancient population or individual (as opposed to uniparental haplogroup analysis) can be determined using various methods. Most methods estimate admixture proportions directly, whether it be through the use of arbitrary genetic populations or specific source populations. The genetic structure of a population or individual can also be inferred using a PCA (principal component analysis), which can allow for the visualization of a population's admixture. See more