DNA Testing Staten Island NY Services
IDTO DNA provides paternity testing and related DNA testing services for residents in Staten Island and throughout New York State, and nationwide. After more than 22 years coordinating DNA testing cases, we have learned that many delays and complications occur before a DNA sample is ever collected. Families often discover too late that they selected the wrong testing option, performed testing for the wrong purpose, or failed to establish the proper chain of custody required for legal use.
Our role is to help clients determine which DNA testing option best fits their circumstances before testing begins. Whether your goal is establishing paternity for child support, custody, birth certificate amendments, immigration matters, or legal peace of mind, we help guide you through the process from start to finish.
All DNA samples are tested and analyzed by our partner AABB-accredited laboratory. This accreditation requires a documented chain of custody for legal DNA testing and helps ensure the results are recognized by Staten Island family courts, government agencies, and immigration authorities nationwide.
Where can I go to a DNA Test?
Contact our office at 888-204-0583 to schedule an in-office or mobile collection appointment today.
Please note, One of the following documents is required before we can schedule your appointment.
- A prescription referral from NYS licensed doctor requesting a DNA Test.
- A letter from a NYS licensed attorney requesting DNA Test.
- Or, a court order from a judge.
Mobile Collection for DNA Testing in Staten Island, NY
Unable to travel in-office? We can come to you. Contact our office at 888-204-0583 to schedule a mobile collection appointment. Please all appointments are by appointment only, no walk-ins.
While our collectors can meet you anywhere in the municipality, we proudly service the entire island of Staten Island including the following neighborhoods:
| Annadale Arlington Bloomfield Bulls Head | Dongan Hills Greenridge Great Kills Hamilton Park | Manor Heights Meiers Corners Port Richmond Tottenville St. George |
How much does a DNA Test cost for Staten Islanders?
Pricing starts at $350.00. Call 888-204-0583 to learn more about pricing based on your circumstance. Below are the testing option we provide.
What is Immigration DNA Testing in Staten Iand NY
Family Reunification DNA Testing: An Immigration DNA Test is a genetic testing option suggested to Staten Island immigrant petitioners who submit insufficient primary evidence for U.S. Immigrant Visa, U.S. Passport or Consular Report of Birth Abroad CRBA issuance.
Services we provide are listed below:
- Paternity Testing
- Maternity Testing
- Sibling DNA Testing
- Grandparent DNA Testing
Please note that all legal and immigration DNA testing services provided by IDTO DNA are performed by our partner AABB-accredited laboratory. The laboratory’s accreditation helps ensure your DNA test results are accepted by state agencies, U.S. embassies, U.S. consulates, passport agencies, and immigration authorities.
Immigration DNA testing requires careful coordination, accurate documentation, and consistent communication throughout the process. IDTO DNA provides direct access to a local immigration DNA consultant who understands your case from the beginning instead of a high-volume national call center handling hundreds of files at once.
Our team explains the DNA testing process, laboratory fees, embassy coordination procedures, and expected turnaround times in plain language so you understand exactly what to expect before your case moves forward.
Every immigration DNA case is managed directly by our office from appointment scheduling through final results. Your file remains accessible whenever you call, allowing you to speak with someone familiar with your case instead of repeating your situation to multiple representatives.
Contact IDTO DNA today at 888-204-0583 to schedule an appointment.
Non-Immigration Paternity Testing Options:
- Legal Paternity Testing: legally admissible results used to determine a biological relationship between an alleged father and child.
- Invasive Prenatal Paternity Test Performed during pregnancy via Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS, weeks 10–13) or Amniocentesis (weeks 15–20). This option requires coordination with your OBGYN. Contact our DNA consultants at 888-204-0583 to review the strict legal chain-of-custody requirements for prenatal testing.
Alternative DNA Family Reconstruction Relationship Testing Options:
When an alleged father is unavailable to be tested one of the following testing options can be used to help determine paternity.
- Grandparent DNA Test: This test involves one or both of the alleged father’s parents and the child. It is recommended that the child’s mother also participates to increase accuracy.
- Sibling DNA Test: This option can be used if the alleged father has two children with two different mothers. It is recommended that one of the mothers participate in this test for increased accuracy.
- Avuncular DNA Test: This testing option is used when a sibling or grandparent test cannot be performed. It involves testing an aunt or uncle with a niece or nephew. Please note: An aunt or uncle cannot authorize a test for a minor child without the legal consent of the child’s parent or legal guardian.
- Maternity Test: Determines the biological relationship between mother and child.
Forensic DNA Testing Options:
A Forensic DNA Test is a testing option that uses alternative samples like hair, blood, bones, or semen specimens to help determine a biological relationship or to confirm alleged cheating situation.
- Hair DNA Test: This forensic testing option requires the use of hair follicle samples to determine claimed biological relationships.
- Post-Mortem DNA Testing: When a deceased parent is unavailable to establish the paternity of a child, performing a Postmortem DNA Test is an excellent option to help determine the biological relationship between an alleged father and a child.
Not sure which forensic testing option is right for you. Call 888-204-0583 to speak with one of our DNA consultants to get the answer you need today.
How will my DNA samples be collected?
The standard method of DNA sample collection for Staten Island residents is a simple cheek swab. During the collection process, a cotton swab is gently rubbed against the inside of the participant’s cheek to collect DNA cells for laboratory analysis.
Alternative DNA sample collection methods, such as blood samples, may be available in certain situations. However, blood samples do not provide greater accuracy than a cheek swab. Both specimen types can produce the same accurate DNA test results when properly collected and analyzed.
The cheek swab method is recommended because it is quick, non-invasive, painless, and cost-effective.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take to receive my paternity test results?
Turnaround time for results to be completed for Staten Island residents is 3 business days from the date on which the lab receives all genetic samples.
Will my DNA results be accepted by Immigration agency?
Yes. Immigration agencies accept DNA testing for immigration purposes when the petitioner has received an RFE from an agency such as USCIS or a U.S. Embassy.
Submitting DNA test results as evidence of a biological relationship without an RFE may lead to denial because the evidence may not meet chain–of–custody guidelines for immigration submissions.
Can DNA Testing be performed if each person resides in different cities?
Yes. When one party resides in a different city and we have a facility in our network near the city where the other party resides, testing can be scheduled. For example, in cases where one person resides in Staten Island we can schedule an appointment one of locations like our Manhattan location.
Call 888-204-0583 for free phone consultation or to schedule an appointment today.
Can an infant participate in a DNA Test?
Yes. DNA testing can be performed on infants, including newborns who are only a few days old. The collection process is painless and involves obtaining a DNA sample from the inside of the infant’s cheek using a sterile swab. Since a person’s DNA remains the same throughout life, age does not affect the accuracy of the DNA test.your DNA is your DNA and we are able to acquire a DNA sample for an infant.
How long does a DNA sample collection take?
A DNA sample collection appointment typically takes about 15 minutes to complete. The process includes identity verification, completion of chain-of-custody documentation, headshot photographs, and DNA sample collection. Additional time may be needed when several participants are being tested or questions arise during the appointment.
Can I eat before my appointment?
We recommend avoiding food and beverages for approximately one hour before your DNA sample collection appointment to help ensure a clean specimen. For example, if your appointment is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. and you finished breakfast at 10:00 a.m., there is generally no cause for concern.
However, eating shortly before your appointment may leave food particles in the mouth that can interfere with specimen collection. A good practice is to let the DNA collector know if you have recently eaten so that appropriate steps can be taken before the samples are collected.
Can I use an At-Home Paternity Test Kit in Staten Island NY?
No. You cannot perform a home paternity test in New York State. The NYSDOH strictly prohibits the sale of at-home DNA test kits to residents.
All DNA tests must be conducted as legally admissible tests with a chain of custody to comply with NYSDOH guidelines.
Why Choose Us
IDTO DNA is BBB accredited company who continue to serve thousands of families in Staten Island, all of the New York and nationwide with their genetic testing needs. Since 2004, we have been a trusted source for both legal and medical professionals seeking reliable DNA testing for their clients.
Our knowledgeable staff will guide you in selecting the right type of genetic test for your specific situation. This careful attention helps prevent ordering the wrong relationship test and avoids the need to pay for additional testing.
