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Understanding DNA Testing (the most powerful way to confirm relationships)
Industry Leading DNA Testing Services AABB and ISO17025 Accredited
What is accreditation and why is it important?
DNA paternity testing results last a lifetime. Accreditation is the method that clients can determine the quality and reliability of a laboratory. United States has one of the strictest regulations in the world for DNA testing. Accreditation by the Standards Council of United States is mandatory for CIC recognition and for most legal casework in United States. Additionally, there are two types of accreditations for DNA testing laboratories: ISO17025 Accreditation and AABB Accreditation. Small or new labs are often not accredited and as a result, their testing is not regulated. Always ensure that you choose a large and recognized laboratory which is approved by the Standards Council of United States for DNA testing and has received both ISO 17025 and AABB accreditations. Chromosomal Lab is full accredited by the Standards Council of United States for legal casework, and is one of only a few DNA laboratories in the world to have achieved ISO17025 and AABB accreditation, ensuring the highest level of recognition and quality.
ISO 17025 Accreditation: The world most prestigious laboratory accreditation program
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is the global leader in developin technical standards for industrial, commercial, and government fields. ISO 17025, one of the most prestigious certifications in the DNA testing industry, is awarded to laboratories which exemplify technical competence in all calibration and testing activities.
Demonstrating the laboratory's commitment to providing premium DNA testing services, Chromosomal Lab is pleased to announce that it has formally received accreditation under ISO Standard 17025, placing Chromosomal Lab as one of the first few full-service private DNA paternity testing laboratories in the world to receive this accreditation. Only a small number of private and government DNA laboratories in the world have reached ISO Standard 17025, an international standard that assess the technical competency of calibration laboratories and ensures accurate data generation, controlled and reproducible testing and testing procedures, and properly qualified trained laboratory personnel. Chromosomal Lab's success in meeting the stringent standards of ISO 17025 indicates that clients will receive the highest level of DNA testing services from a laboratory which is internationally recognized to excel in all aspects of testing quality. The scope of the accreditation awarded is "Human DNA testing services for verifying identity in paternity cases, claimed biological relationship matters and civil and criminal investigations". This accreditation is the product of an intense three year effort by the laboratory to establish a world class quality system which meets or exceeds the requirements of ISO 17025.
AABB Accreditation: World recognition for family courts and immigration
Chromosomal Lab is also officially accredited by the AABB and is awarded the status of an AABB Accredited DNA testing facility.
Accreditation follows an intensive on-site assessment by specially trained AABB assessors and establishes that the level of medical, technical and administrative performance within the facility meets or exceeds the standards set by AABB. By successfully meeting those requirements, Chromosomal Lab is officially listed with the AABB and has earned AABB Accredited status.
AABB Accreditation is the designation of choice for paternity testing laboratories because it demonstrates an organization’s commitment to advanced learning, continuous improvement and innovation by striving to sustain the highest possible level of patient and donor care. AABB-accredited organizations are recognized by their peers as leaders in their field and as pivotal voices in the dialogue through which consensus-based, voluntary standards are developed and implemented.
The Chromosomal Lab Advantage (The world's leading DNA testing facility)
Industry Leading DNA Testing Services
Chromosomal Lab is the trusted name in medical DNA testing. At Chromosomal Lab, many important steps are undertaken in the processing and testing of DNA sample so you don't have to worry. Our "Patient-First" philosophy is evident in everything we do.
Frequently Asked Questions (Questions on DNA testing)
Our Commitment to Quality
All paternity tests are performed under the strictest quality standards. All 16 genetic loci are tested 2 times for all DNA tests performed at Chromosomal Lab.
Understanding DNA Testing
1. Introduction to DNA Paternity Testing
Introduction to DNA Paternity Testing
DNA paternity testing helps families determine the truth about paternity so that they can have peace of mind. Whether it's for personal knowledge or legal proceedings, DNA paternity testing will help families to obtain re-assurance and to plan the next step. DNA paternity testing has helped millions of families resolve relationship questions. DNA testing is fast, discreet and affordable. With the simple swab of the mouth, families will receive peace of mind quickly and easily.
2. How does DNA Testing work?
How does DNA testing work?
All people have 23 pairs of chromosomes, 46 in total. One half is inherited from our mother and the other half is inherited from our father. When a DNA test is performed, the laboratory obtains the DNA profile of the child and compares it to the profile of the alleged father. If the alleged father is the true biological father of the child, then the half of the child's DNA that came from the father will match the alleged father's DNA profile perfectly. If the child's DNA does not match the alleged father's profile, then the alleged father can be conclusively excluded as being the biological father of the child. When you receive your test report, the report will either state "exclusion", meaning that the alleged father is not the biological father of the child, or else the report will state "inclusion", meaning that the alleged father is the true biological father of the child.
3. What kinds of questions can be resolved with DNA testing?
What kinds of questions can be resolved with DNA testing?
There is a wide range of DNA tests available to help families resolve numerous types of relationship questions. A list of tests are as follows:
- paternity test
- maternity test
- sibship test
- twin test
- grandparentage test
- aunt/uncle/nephew/niece test
- forensic test
4. Accuracy of DNA tests
Accuracy of DNA tests
Chromosomal Lab DNA paternity tests provide conclusive answers to paternity. Results released by Chromosomal Lab are 100x more than court requirements. As one of the world's few DNA paternity labs to receive both the prestigious ISO17025 accreditation as well as AABB accreditation, results from Chromosomal Lab is recognized throughout the world. As an added assurance of quality, all tests at Chromosomal Lab is performed twice to ensure 100% accuracy. Chromosomal Lab has tested hundreds of thousands of samples and has maintained a completely flawless testing record with 100% court recognition. Additionally, Chromosomal Lab is one of the few laboratories in the world to guarantee that 16 loci Identifiler test is routinely run for every case. The precision of a DNA test is determined by the number of loci which are tested. Laboratories usually only test 9 to 12 loci and will only run the 16 loci test for special situations. Chromosomal Lab performs the 16 loci test for every case that it handles to ensure the highest level of accuracy for every test report produced.
5. A few minutes for a lifetime
A few minutes for a lifetime
DNA testing is fast, simple and discreet. It takes only a few minutes to collect a DNA sample using the swabs provided in the test kit. To proceed, you will only need to submit the online kit order form. Your testing kit will be shipped out immediately and contains all of the supplies and instructions for sample collection. After collecting the sample, send it back to the testing lab using the pre-addressed envelope provided in the testing kit. Chromosomal Lab will begin testing the same day that the samples are received and results are available within 3 to 5 working days. It's that simple! Difficult questions can be resolved easily, quickly and discreetly using DNA testing. The truth lasts a lifetime.
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