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Y-chromosomal STR haplotype analysis reveals surname-associated strata in the East-German population.
European journal of human genetics : EJHG - 1 May 2006
Immel Uta-Dorothee, Krawczak Michael, Udolph Jürgen, Richter Angela, Rodig Heike, Kleiber Manfred, Klintschar Michael
Abstract excerpt
In human populations, the correct historical interpretation of a genetic structure is often hampered by an almost inherent inability to differentiate between ancient and more recent influences upon extant gene pools. One method to trace recent population movements is the analysis of surnames, which, at least in Central Europe, can be thought of as traits 'linked' to the Y chromosome. Illegitimacy, extramarital...
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