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Paternity Testing - Father DNA Test Why you should have a paternity test done?
Establishing paternity means being declared the legal father after the child is born. if the parents of the child were not married when the mother became pregnant or when the child was born, the child does not have a legal father until paternity is established. Establishing paternity is important for both the child and the parents. A child is entitled to the sense of belonging and identity that comes from knowing both parents. Establishing paternity often has an important emotional and psychological benefit for the child. Until there is a determination that a biological father is the legal father, the child has no right to receive financial support from the father, to inherit from the father or to obtain insurance, veterans, social security or other benefits through the father. Likewise, until paternity is legally establish, the biological father has no legal rights to the child, such as parenting time with the child, or participation in major decisions about the child, such as medical treatment, education or religious training.
Additionally, genetic diseases are inherited, thus knowing your biological ancestry can be useful in proactive care and transplantation. Paternity laws tend to vary from state to state.
Fast, Easy and Painless Sample Collection
Collecting samples for DNA analysis is an easy and painless process that can be performed in the privacy of your own home, or at a sample collection site, if a court admissible test is required. A sterile swab, similar to a Q-tip is rubbed on the inside of the cheek for 30 seconds, placed into an envelope and send back to the lab for analysis.
Three Easy Steps.....
Step 1- Order a DNA kit Step 2- Collect swab samples. Step 3- Mail samples to laboratory.
Results will be available in approximately 2-3 business days after receipt of Chromosomal Laboratories. Guaranteed express results are also available.
Twin DNA Test - Twin Zygosity Testing
Approximately one in every fifty Americans is a twin, two thirds of which are fraternal and one third identical.
Identical twins are formed when one egg is fertilized by a single sperm cell and then divides within the first few days of pregnancy. If division of the egg occurs after 8 days, this can result in conjoined twins, also known as Siamese twins. Twins produced by this process are referred to as identical since their DNA sequence is identical. While the twins are identical genetically, this often does not apply to the actual physical or behavioral traits. Generally their traits are similar, however they can differ. Fraternal twins are formed when two eggs are independently fertilized by two sperm cells. Fraternal twins do not have identical DNA but will have half of their DNA in common, just like siblings of the same parents that are born at different times. Fraternal twins can either be of the same sex or different sex. The occurrence of fraternal twins varies substantially in frequency over the world. They are common in the pregnancies of older women, especially common in Africans, and relatively rare among those of Asian heritage.
Twin classification done at delivery often results in misidentification. For example, approximately 25-33% of identical twins have two sets of chorionic membranes. Unless a DNA or other blood test was performed, it is difficult to accurately determine if twins are fraternal or identical.
The fee for this test includes 2 individuals. Results are available 2-3 business days after receipt at the laboratory.
Maternity Testing - Mother DNA Test
Maternity DNA testing determines whether a woman could be the biological mother of a child. Like a DNA paternity test, it compares a child’s DNA pattern with that of the alleged mother to determine how likely it is that the child has inherited the DNA from the alleged mother.
Maternity test results may be used in the following circumstances:
To confirm that an adoptee has been reunited with his/her birth mother
To prove biological relationships in an immigration case.
To confirm that an embryo conceived through in vitro fertilization was implanted into the correct mother
To resolve situations in which mothers or hospital staff suspect that a baby mix-up has occurred in the nursery
In a maternity test, the child, alleged mother, and biological father are tested. The father’s participation in the maternity test helps to exclude half of the child’s DNA, leaving the rest for comparison with the alleged mother. If the father is not available, we can perform a fatherless test, which involves additional analysis, without additional charge.
To order a DNA maternity test, please use our online contact form or call 1-866-648-6880. The DNA test fee is $385, and there is a sample collection fee of $25 for the child and alleged mother (fathers collected free of charge). Additional children and/or alleged mothers may be tested at for a DNA test fee of $145 each and a sample collection fee of $25 each. (Note: Due to additional procedures required by the New York State Department of Health, collection fees for appointments made in New York vary.)
Family DNA Reconstruction Testing
Reconstruction Testing establishes multiple types of Family relationships. In cases where a suspected Mother or Father are deceased, missing, or unavailable to participate in genetic testing, Family Reconstruction can be used to establish the probability of biological relationships between multiple people.
Grandparent DNA Test - Grandparentage Testing
Grandparentage Testing establishes a Maternal or Paternal relationships. In cases where a suspected Mother or Father are deceased, missing, or unavailable to participate in genetic testing, both of the Paternal or Maternal Grandparents can be tested in order to determine the likelihood of Grandparentage.
Immigration DNA Testing
Embassies require DNA testing when a familial relationship is in question. Typically the embassy will notify the sponsor, generally a family member, and beneficiary that DNA testing is needed. One of our knowledgeable Case Managers will arrange an appointment for the sponsor to have his/her DNA sample collected, either by buccal swab or blood draw. A copy of the immigration paperwork, including the case number, must be provided at the time of sample collection. Supplies are then sent to the embassy who then arranges a sample collection appointment for the beneficiary. Once all the samples are received in our laboratory, we begin the testing process. Test turnaround time is dependent on the type of test required and type of samples submitted. Original results are sent directly to the embassy.
Siblingship DNA Test - Brother and or Sister DNA Testing
A siblingship test is useful for determining if individuals are full brother/sisters, half brothers/sisters or unrelated. Whenever the mother(s) is/are known, it is strongly recommended that they be included in the test. Including the mother(s) in the test can increase the results ten-fold, where you might see a probability of 98% instead of only 83%.
The fee for this test is based on the number of individuals tested. Results are available 3-5 business days after receipt at the laboratory.
Legal vs. Non-legal DNA Paternity Testing
One of the biggest misconceptions about DNA testing is the "Legal" option. When deciding to purchase any DNA test there is one very important decision to make: Legal or Non-Legal. The difference between the two options is explained below.
Non-Legal DNA Test
A non-legal paternity test can be collected by yourself, in the privacy of your own home, but is not admissible in court. The private paternity test is a quick, private and economical solution that is perfect for families who are seeking the truth regarding paternity for personal information. If you are interested in a private test, a kit can be shipped to your home. Private (non chain of custody) paternity tests are not accredited by AABB at any laboratory.
Useful for:
• Mothers and Fathers with lingering doubt
• Adult children wanting verification their true biological parents
• Families wanting to know before incurring expensive legal costs
Legal DNA Test
Samples for a legal test must be collected or witnessed by a neutral third party such as a laboratory, doctor, or clinic. The third party collector will use proper Chain of Custody; a documentation process used to ensure the test results are legally admissible. When your samples are collected for a legal test you will be required to show government issued photo ID. In addition, a photograph of all test participants may be taken. If you are interested in a legal test, our DNA Case Managers can locate a collection facility close to your home.
Useful for:
• Child support
• Custody
• Inheritance
Important Notice
We hope this page provide you with the general knowledge you need to know about certain DNA tests, most importantly the different between "Legal" and "non-Legal" testing. Legal testing can be use in a court of law while non-Legal is for your personal knowledge only. As customers you should always be aware that each lab take a different approach in testing your DNA. Try to steer clear of lab that advertise of unclear results such as "possibility of error," these lab do minimal testing that yield inconclusive results. Human share some common genes and if these genes were to be minimally tested it can yield incorrect reading of matches and non-matches. Beware of where you get tested!
Chromosomal Lab provide accuracy that is over a million times higher than most States and Federal Government standards. After all we have been an industry leader for almost two decades. Chromosomal lab will test as much as possible to achieve the correct results. At Chromosomal Lab we provide you with the best and most accurate result on legal or non-legal tests. All Legal tests are guaranteed to be available for use in any court of law. Our laboratory is standing by to exceed your expectation and give you with peace of mind.
