LEGAL PATERNITY TESTING
A DNA paternity test is an emotional process that is used when the paternity of a child is called into question. Establishing the paternity of a child affords them the opportunity to know who they are where they come from and it allows the receive financial and psychological support
What is legal DNA Paternity Test?
A Legal DNA paternity test is a DNA test that is used to help determine if an alleged father is biologically related to the child. This testing option is used for a variety of situations, such as child support, changing a name on a birth certificate, or a child custody paternity case.
The DNA analysis between an alleged father and child are performed on 18-22 genetic markers.The conclusion of the analysis will determine if there is a probability of paternity or if none exists.
Legal Paternity Testing Cost
The cost of legal paternity testing starts at $350.00 and up. Please note, DNA sample collection fees are not included in the price of your DNA test.
Contact IDTO at 888-204-0583 to schedule an appointment today.
Why perform a legal paternity test?
Legal paternity testing is commonly used for situations where proof of a biological relationship between a biological father and a child s uncertain.
Some of the common legal scenarios are Immigration additional requests for evidence submission, Child Custody case, Social Security Benefits, birth certificate name change, and Estate cases (inheritance rights) to name a few.
Scheduling An Appointment
How to schedule an appointment:
The process is simple, Please contact IDTO today at 888-204-0583 and speak with one of our DNA Relationship Testing Technicians to help schedule an appointment near your home.
DNA Sample Collection Types:
Cheek Buccal Swabs:
Buccal (cheek) swabs follow the standard, non-invasive method used to acquire a genetic sample when performing a paternity test. The participant gently rubs a specialized cotton swab on the inside of their cheek to collect buccal cells. This collection approach is simple, quick, painless and yields DNA accuracy comparable to blood samples for comparative analysis.
Blood Samples:
Blood draws, while also highly accurate, require phlebotomy procedures that can cause discomfort to the participant. Thus, cheek swabs present a patient-friendly alternative for procuring DNA when establishing genetic relationships.
Results Turnaround Times
Standard Turnaround Times
The standard turnaround is 2 to 3 business days from the date on which the lab receives all genetic samples.
It should be noted that longer turnaround times may apply depending on the type of samples (hair, or bones, etc) submitted to the lab to be analyzed and tested. Upon the completion of your test, you will receive two copies. One copy will be sent by email and another by physical mail to your home.
Accreditation
All legal DNA testing services we offer are performed by our partner AABB-accredited DNA Testing Laboratory for the purpose of establishing a proper legal chain of custody for evidence submission.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are my Paternity Test results court admissible?
Yes. All legal DNA Testing services we provide are legally admissible in court.
Can DNA Testing with Father and Child Only be done?
Yes, a paternity test can be done with only the father and child, without the mother’s participation. Below are the requirements for unmarried and married fathers:
Requirements for Unmarried Fathers
For unmarried fathers who want to perform a paternity test to establish paternity when the mother is unavailable. One of the following requirements must be met:
- The mother or legal guardian must be present to provide consent for the test.
- A court order may be obtained requiring the mother to participate in the testing.
Requirements for Married Fathers
If you are married, the law recognizes a husband as the legal father. therefore, the mother’s consent is not required regardless of your name being on the birth certificate.
New York State Legal Requirements
It should also be noted that to remain compliant with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) guidelines, New York State residents seeking to perform a paternity test must obtain a prescription referral for both the father and child before an appointment can be scheduled and testing performed.