DNA test to find true nationality?

Question:

DNA test to find true nationality?

I saw where there's a lab somewhere that lets you send them DNA to determine your origin from waaaay back. Is there a website for this? Anyone know what I'm talking about? Thanks

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I don't think DNA would tell you much you'd find useful, and certainly not nationality since nations are a fairly recent cultural development.

What is it you would like to learn, perhaps I can better guide you.

For instance, yDNA testing would identify and compare markers in a male family surname line. Whether there would be others in the sample compared to match with is another thing. You could read the material and FAQ and see what you think at http://www.familytreedna.com/

You get the scattershot look at generally where the components in your yDNA buccal swab sample derived from geographically as part of the deal.