Are you looking for accurate and reliable DNA paternity testing to establish paternity in Newark, NJ? IDTO DNA offers affordable legal and non-legal DNA testing services to Newark’s 304,000 thousand residents. Tests are performed by our partner, an AABB-accredited DNA laboratory, with results available in 1 to 3 days.
What DNA Testing services do we provide to Newark residents?
Below is the list of services Newark residents can choose from:
Paternity Testing Options:
- Legal Paternity Testing: legally court-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.
- Immigration DNA Testing provides accurate paternity, maternity, and sibling relationship tests for family reunification cases for U.S. visa acquisition, CRBA and Passports.
- 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.
Alternative DNA Relationship Testing Options:
- 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.
- Maternity Test: Determines the biological relationship between mother and child.
Our Forensic DNA Testing Options:
- 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.
How much does DNA testing in Newark NJ cost?
The cost of an At-Home DNA Test starts at $199.99. Below are our Home Paternity Testing option.
At-Home Paternity Testing Options
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.
Areas We Service
The areas listed below are some of the areas we service, we cover all of Newark NJ and the entire state.
Forest Hill
North Ironbound
University Heights
Upper Vailsburg
Upper Roseville
Weequahic
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
How accurate is DNA testing in Newark?
All tests performed by our AABB-accredited partner lab. This ensures legal results are recognized in family courts nationwide and by all New Jersey state and government institutions. Our partner laboratory uses between 18 and 22 genetic markers for comparative analysis to determine the probability of paternity.
Is a DNA test 100% accurate?
No. DNA test results are not 100% percent accurate. Labs that offer DNA testing services do not have access to every human being’s DNA profile. The probability of inclusion is about 99.99 percent or higher.
Are my results legally court admissible for child support?
Legal DNA test results are legally court 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
Please note, our Home DNA Tests cannot be used for any legal purposes. To learn more about our legal DNA Testing in Newark call 888-204-0583.
Can a DNA test establish paternity in Newark, NJ?
Paternity testing is part of the process to help establish paternity in Newark . 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?
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.
Newark NJ DNA Testing Services
Newark is is often praised for its deep cultural roots, legendary food scene, which encompasses historical landmarks such as the Newark City Hall, Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart and Newark Museum of Art.
According to New Jersey Department of Health (NJSHAD) 2023 birth statistics, states that 4,642 babies were born. Over 70% of babies born in Newark born to unmarried parents. This statistic reinforces the importance of establishing paternity using accurate, reliable DNA testing—the most trusted method to prove biological relationships between father and child, siblings, and grandparent and grandchild etc.
Why Choose Us IDTO DNA
IDTO DNA has helped thousands of families in New Jersey and across the nation 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.