Admixture Calculator

Egy K5

**Egy K5 — Modern global K=5 admixture** A concise K=5 ancestry calculator that models your genome as proportions of **Near_East, Amerindian, East_Asian, African, and Baltic_Sea**. Ideal for users worldwide seeking a clear, high‑level summary of major ancestry signals, historical migration clues, and a fast baseline before deeper, fine‑scale analysis. Simple, informative, and broadly applicable.

5 Components

World Target Region

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

Author Egy

Era Modern

Components 5 Populations

Target Region World

Created November 2022

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Calculator Creator

About This Calculator

**Egy K5 — Modern 5‑way Admixture Calculator** Egy K5 is a global, easy‑to‑interpret admixture calculator that models an individual's genome as a mixture of five broad ancestral components: **Near_East, Amerindian, East_Asian, African, and Baltic_Sea**. Designed for use in the modern era, this tool highlights major continental and regional ancestry signals to give clear, comparative results for users worldwide. What it analyzes - Proportional ancestry contributions from five reference populations using a K=5 clustering framework. - Relative strengths of each component across the genome, useful for spotting dominant ancestries and minor signals. - Patterns consistent with recent admixture versus deep historical ancestry. Who it's for - Individuals curious about large‑scale ancestry composition (genealogy enthusiasts, adoptees, hobbyists). - Researchers and students who need a simple, reproducible K=5 baseline for comparative studies. - Educators illustrating major human migrations and continental admixture patterns. Insights you can gain - Clear percentage breakdowns that summarize where major ancestry signals fall. - Clues about past migrations: African signals reflecting sub‑Saharan origins, Near_East indicating West Asian/Levantine influences, Baltic_Sea capturing northern/eastern European lineage, East_Asian linked to East and Northeast Asian ancestries, and Amerindian representing Indigenous American ancestry. - Detection of unexpected minor components that may warrant deeper investigation. Historical and genetic context Egy K5 captures broad strokes of human history: Out‑of‑Africa dispersals, Eurasian population structure, the peopling of the Americas, and regional European diversity. The Baltic_Sea component synthesizes signals typical of northern and northeastern Europe (including coastal and steppe‑adjacent groups), while the Near_East reflects agriculture‑related expansions and Levantine ancestry. Why this calculator is valuable - Sim

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Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

5 Reference Populations

Near_East: Traditionally encompasses regions in Western Asia, including countries like Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and parts of the Arabian Peninsula. It has a rich history of ancient civilizations and diverse cultures.
Amerindian: Refers to the indigenous peoples of the Americas, including North, Central, and South American native populations known for their diverse cultures and histories pre-dating European colonization.
East_Asian: Covers countries in East Asia such as China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia, characterized by distinct languages, cultures, and historical developments.
African: Represents the diverse populations across the African continent, with countless ethnic groups and cultures spread over vast geographic and historical landscapes.
Baltic_Sea: Encompasses regions around the Baltic Sea, including parts of Northern Europe such as Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Sweden, known for their unique cultural and linguistic heritage.

Continent Grouping:

Asia: Near_East, East_Asian
Americas: Amerindian
Africa: African
Europe: Baltic_Sea

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