noun
mitochondrial DNA haplogroup
Technical term in genetics and anthropology. Refers to a group of mitochondrial DNA sequences sharing a common ancestor, used to trace maternal lineage.
日本人のミトコンドリアDNAハプログループは主にDとBです。
The mitochondrial DNA haplogroups of Japanese people are mainly D and B.
ミトコンドリアDNAハプログループを調べると母系の祖先がわかります。
By examining mitochondrial DNA haplogroups, you can learn about your maternal ancestors.