What is an International DNA test?
International DNA Testing is testing that requires one or all parties involved with your DNA test live in another country abroad.
Legal Tests
DNA Testing can be performed for legal purposes internationally. The requirements for performing a legal DNA test are,
- Establish a chain of custody,
- DNA samples must be collected by unbiased third-party collector.
- DNA analysis will performed by our partner formerly known as the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) accredited laboratory
- Results can be used for any legal purpose
- Identification must be present at the time of your appointment.
Peace of Mind
Performing a peace of mind DNA test internationally does not require the establishment of a legal chain of custody. This testing option is for informational use only. Results cannot be used for legal purposes.
Common Reasons International Paternity Test
- Informational purposes
- Immigration: Immigrant visa evidence submission
- Establish Paternity birth certificate amended and name change.
OUR SERVICES
Below are some of the common DNA test performed internationally.
What To Expect From The Process
1. Contact our office at 888-204-0583 to inquire about international testing in a specific country abroad.
2. DNA sample collection appointments will be coordinated and scheduled for the party located in United States and the country.
3. A DNA test kit will shipped to a facility in our network in the country abroad.
4. Once all samples are completed, all samples will be shipped back to the lab of testing and analysis.
Please contact our office at 888-204-0583 for questions about international paternity testing process and to inquire if we can accommodate testing in your country today.
It should also be noted that process described above does not apply to immigration DNA testing. To learn more about DNA immigration testing process here.
Privacy
Please note that the IDTO DNA Testing Center’s partner laboratory does not share any personal or genetic information with third-party companies.
All information provided to our partner laboratory is kept secure and will only be released to third parties with the explicit consent of the participants involved or by court order. DNA samples on file are kept for 3 months on average and then destroyed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a International Paternity test cost?
Contact our office today at 888-204-0583 to inquire about pricing.
How long will it take to receive my DNA results?
DNA results are completed within 2 to 3 business days from the date all DNA samples are received by the laboratory.
What method is use to collect my DNA sample?
The commonly used methods for DNA sample collection are via cheek swab and, less frequently, blood samples, both of which are equally accurate.
However, these two options differ significantly in terms of invasiveness and cost: unlike cheek swab samples, blood samples are more painful and expensive.
What is the accuracy of paternity test results?
Paternity test results produce a probability of paternity of 99.99% and higher for inclusions. The lab’s analysis can accurately determine an exclusion (not-the-father) when no biological relationship exists.
All DNA specimens are tested and analyzed by our partner AABB-accredited laboratory. The accreditation standards ensure:
- Validated testing methods
- Quality control measures
- Professional staff certification
- Regular laboratory inspections