Arnold DNA Study - Checklist

Print this checklist and use it to track the progress of your participation in the Arnold DNA study.

If you have any questions, comments or problems, feel free to contact the study coordinator by going to http://arnold-history.org/dna/contact/.

How to Sign Up

1. Verify that you or someone you know is eligible to participate.

2. Decide which test to request.

3. Submit your (1) application, (2) pedigree chart, and (3) release forms to the study coordinator.

4. Go to the Family Tree DNA site to order your test kit.

Testing Process

1. Family Tree DNA mails the test kit and authorization form.

2. Once the test kit is received, collect two DNA samples (one as a backup).

3. Return both collected samples and the signed authorization form to Family Tree DNA.

4. Family Tree DNA analyzes the sample.

Test Results

1. Family Tree DNA will mail the test results to you and will be available to answer questions.

2. If permission was given, Family Tree DNA will search its database for a match, and will share contact information if a match is found.

3. If permission was given, Family Tree DNA will also notify the study coordinator that the results are ready.

4. If permission was given, your results, pedigree chart and/or contact information will be published on the Arnold DNA Study website.