DNA Testing East Orange NJ | IDTO DNA Services
Need a reliable DNA test in East Orange, NJ?
IDTO DNA provides paternity testing and related DNA testing services for residents in East Orange and throughout New Jersey, 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 personal 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 New Jersey family courts, government agencies, and immigration authorities nationwide.
Immigration DNA Testing:
Immigration DNA testing has a specific set of guidelines that are much different from standard legal DNA test results. Submitting a DNA result before receiving a USCIS Request for Evidence (RFE) letter may result in additional processing delays . We’ve seen that mistake cost families hundreds of dollars to repeat the process.
Below are some of the services we provide:
- Paternity Testing
- Maternity Testing
- Sibling DNA Testing
- Grandparent DNA Testing
We review your situation before recommending any test. In some cases, the best recommendation is to wait until additional documentation is received. Our goal is to help you avoid unnecessary testing expenses and ensure the DNA testing process is completed correctly the first time.
All testing is performed by our AABB-accredited partner laboratory, accepted by USCIS and U.S. embassies worldwide. Ready to get started? Call 888-204-0583 to speak with one of our DNA consultants today. or to schedule an appointment at one of our specialists in Bloomfield or Union City NJ.
Non-Immigration Paternity Testing Options:
- Legal Paternity Testing: legally admissible results used to determine a biological relationship between an alleged father and child.
- At-Home Paternity Test (Non-legal): Peace-of-mind test that determines a biological relationship between a father and child. Results are for informational use only.
- Invasive Prenatal Paternity Test is performed during pregnancy.Testing can be performed during 10th and 13th Chrionic Villus Sampling (CVS) and Amniocentesis during weeks 15th and 20th. This testing option requires the use of an OBGYN.
- Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPP) Currently, we do not offer NIPP services.
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.
- Infidelity DNA Test: Is a confidential non-legal process that detects DNA inconsistent with your own or your partner’s on personal items such as bedding, clothing, hair, or a toothbrush. You must provide a reference sample to confirm or deny infidelity.
- Hair DNA Test: This forensic testing option requires the use of hair follicle samples to determine claimed biological relationships.
- Toothbrush DNA Test: This forensic testing option requires the use of a toothbrush 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.
Mobile Collection for DNA Testing in Essex County
Unable to travel in-office? We can come to you for no additional cost (no mileage restrictions within Essex County). 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 East Orange community including neighborhoods near:
- Ampere (North & South)
- The Presidential Section
- Greenwood
- Elmwood Park Area
- Plus all surrounding Essex County municipalities (Bloomfield, Orange, and Newark).
How much does DNA testing in East Orange NJ cost?
The cost of an At-Home DNA Test starts at $199.99. Below are our Home Paternity Testing option.
Our legal paternity DNA tests cost starts at $375.00. What is include in the cost a DNA test is the DNA analysis and shipping. DNA sample collection is not included in your cost.
Same day DNA test results are available for additional cost. Pricing starts at $1500 call 888-204-0583 to learn more about this testing option or to schedule an appointment today.
Our Office Hours are from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday and Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm (Mobile Collections Only).
What method is used to collect my DNA samples?
DNA samples are collected using a buccal cheek swab, which is placed inside the mouth and brushed against the left and right cheek for 30 to 60 seconds. Blood is an effective alternative that provides similar accuracy.
How long will it take to receive my DNA test results?
The turnaround time to receive your results is 2 to 3 business days from the date the lab receives all DNA samples.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IDTO Locally Based DNA Testing Service?
Yes. We are the oldest DNA Testing service covering Essex and Hudson counties since 2004. All DNA consultants you speak with are located here in New Jersey. We do not outsource calls to third party agencies.
How accurate is DNA testing?
Yes. Legal paternity testing is highly accurate because the laboratory compares specific genetic markers inherited from biological parents. When proper chain-of-custody procedures and accredited laboratory testing standards are followed, DNA testing provides highly reliable results.
All legal DNA tests are performed through our partner AABB-accredited laboratory. This accreditation helps ensure the DNA test results are recognized by family courts, immigration agencies, and government institutions nationwide.
Our partner laboratory analyzes between 18 and 22 genetic markers during the paternity testing process to determine the probability of a biological relationship. Inclusion results commonly produce a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher.
In exclusion cases, additional extended DNA analysis may be performed using up to 27 genetic markers to help determine whether the tested individuals are biologically unrelated.
Important Note: One of the most common misconceptions we encounter is that blood testing is more accurate than a cheek swab. In reality, both specimen types provide comparable DNA testing accuracy because the laboratory analyzes the DNA itself rather than the specimen source. As a result, a cheek swab remains the preferred collection method for most DNA testing cases.
Are my DNA results legally court admissible?
Our Legal Paternity Test results are legally admissible and can be used for any legal purpose. Below are uses of this legal testing option.
- Adding a father’s name to child’s birth certificate.
- Inheritance
- Social Security Benefits
- Immigration visa acceptance
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Paternity Establishment
Please note, our Home DNA Tests cannot be used for any legal purposes. To learn more about legal DNA Testing E. Orange, NJ services call 888-204-0583.
Can a DNA test establish paternity in East Orange, NJ?
Paternity testing is part of the process to help establish paternity in E. Orange. Performing a DNA test results alone do not establish the paternity of child.
Filing a petition in Family Court in your city is the first step towards paternity establishment for unmarried father who are uncertain about paternity.
Is my DNA results information kept private?
Yes. IDTO DNA and its partner laboratory do 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. Specimen samples on file are kept for an average of 3 months, then destroyed.
Why Choose Us IDTO DNA
IDTO DNA is a BBB-accredited company serving families throughout New Jersey and nationwide. Our focus is helping clients avoid costly DNA testing mistakes by ensuring the proper testing option is selected and all required chain-of-custody procedures are followed. Since 2004, our commitment to collection accuracy has helped us maintain an in-office DNA sample recollection rate of less than one percent
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.
