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DNA Paternity Testing Services |
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We are happy to answer any questions you may have regarding paternity testing. If you do not find the information you need here or elsewhere in this site, please do not hesitate to call one of our offices .
Call 1-877-DNA-DNA3 to contact us. Following
is a list of frequently asked questions from our customers: |
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| Is the mother always tested? | |
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No, but if
she is, the paternity test may take less time and provide for a higher
level of certainty. When the mother participates we are able to subtract
her contribution to the child's DNA pattern before comparison to the potential
father's pattern. |
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| How long does DNA testing take? | |
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Paternity
testing reports are typically provided 2 to 3 business days following receipt of
the samples. Rush testing in one to three days is available at additional
cost. |
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| Do I need a doctor's or lawyer's order for a paternity test? | |
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No, most
of our clients order paternity testing directly from the site except for the state of New York. Keep in
mind that for the fully accredited version of the test, a legal guardian
must sign for any minor children. If you want us to communicate with any
involved relatives, doctors, or attorneys, you must authorize us to do
so. |
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| How are paternity testing samples collected? | |
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All samples
are taken with cheek (buccal) swabs. Since people have the same DNA in
every cell of their body, all sample types give the same results. |
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| Does the child have to be a certain age to have a DNA paternity test? | |
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No. There
is no minimum age requirement for the child's portion of the test. Samples
are taken with a non-invasive cheek (buccal) swab. |
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| What types of parentage testing do you offer? | |
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We routinely
perform a broad range of paternity and DNA identity tests. Fully Accredited Parentage Testing - When results are needed for legal purposes. Grand Paternity Testing - Called for when the father is unavailable. Twin Zygosity
Testing - Available to determine whether twins are identical or fraternal. |
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| What about confidentiality? | |
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Information
of any kind regarding a case will not be released to anyone other than
the tested parties and their named representatives without written order. |
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| How will I receive my results? | |
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First, a
phone call from your DNA Counselor will be made to share the results with
you over the phone. (So that you don not have to wait for the US Mail.)
Then, reports are mailed to all tested adults and their designated representatives.
Reports can be sent by fax or e-mail if requested. The report is a confidential,
notarized legal document that has a scientific description of the genetic
patterns. |
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| How much does it cost? | |
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Please refer
to our Services and Pricing area for a full listing of DNA People Diagnostics
service offerings and related pricing. We accept credit cards, certified
check, and cash. |
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| What will I need to bring to my appointment? | |
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Adults must
bring a photo ID, such as a driver's license, a social security card,
a picture of the child, and payment for the test. |
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| Can I use the results in court? | |
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The report
is a legal document that proves paternity or non-paternity. However, self
collected home paternity test results are not admissible in court. |
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