Paternity Testing
DNA Paternity testing is used to determine if the alleged father is the biological father of the child. Half of our genetic material (DNA) is inherited from our mother and the other half from our father. A paternity test compares the child’s DNA pattern with that of the alleged father to check for a biological relationship.
BioDNA Laboratory Services processes the paternity test using 16 STRs including all thirteen CODIS loci (16regions of DNA). The resulting probability of paternity achieved can be up to 99.9999%. Analysis is carried out using state of the art technology in accordance with the highest quality standards.
The test can be carried out by comparing the DNA profile of the child with both the mother and the alleged father (standard paternity) or by comparing the DNA profile of the child with only that of the alleged father (motherless paternity). If the alleged father is not available one of his relatives can also be tested and compared to the child.
Non-Standard Samples
For paternity and relationship testing a buccal swab is considered to be the standard sample taken and sent to the laboratory. If it is not possible to provide a buccal swab, BioDNA Laboratory Services accepts other types of samples from which DNA can be extracted. The success rate of obtaining DNA from other samples can vary, as this depends on a number of factors including the amount of biological material present in the sample and the sample storage / transport conditions. Thus, DNA extraction from non-standard samples is usually performed at an extra cost. Non-standard samples accepted and their success rates to obtain DNA are:
Sample Submission
Please contact the laboratory before submitting any samples. We can provide you with a free sample kit. Please send your samples by mail together with the completely filled submission form to the address below.
For Paternity Testing requested by court, sampling has to be done by laboratory personal. A form of identification is also required.
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Tootbrushes (High)
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Blood (High)
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Cigarette Butts ( Medium)
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Chewing Gum (Medium)
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Hair with Roots (Medium)
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Envelopes and Stamps (Medium)
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Nails (Low)