WHAT IS A DNA PATERNITY TEST?
A DNA Paternity Test is a scientific test performed to determine whether a man can be the biological father of a child. A standard test is completed using cheek swabs samples from both the child and alleged father.
WHO NEEDS TO BE TESTED?
It is preferable to test a child and the alleged father. However, it is also possible to conduct the test if the alleged father is deceased or incarcerated by testing his mother, father or siblings.
WHAT IS THE TESTING PROCEDURE?
The cheek swab samples are obtained by rubbing sterilized cotton-tipped applicators along the inside cheek wall of the mouth of each party to be tested. The procedure is painless and takes less than 30 seconds per person.
ARE BUCCAL SWABS AS ACCURATE AS BLOOD SAMPLES?
Buccal swabs and blood samples provide results with the same degree of accuracy. But since buccal swabs are easy and painless to collect, they are used in the majority of DNA paternity tests.
CAN TESTING TAKE PLACE WITHOUT THE MOTHER?
Yes, we can conduct a DNA paternity test without a sample from the child’s biological mother.
DOES OUR DNA TEST STAND UP IN COURT?
Yes, our test is court admissible.
HOW IS MY PERSONAL INFORMATION PROTECTED?
Your privacy and security are important to us. Once samples are taken at the collection site, they are packaged in a tamper-proof bag for shipment to our DNA testing laboratory. Entry into our DNA testing facility is by restricted access only. All samples are bar-coded and all computer systems are secured. Results are sent to authorized individuals only and cases are only discussed with those who are authorized to do so. For the protection of the tested parties, results are not usually released over the phone except in unusual circumstances. All samples and DNA profiles are retained for a period of time, as required by accreditation guidelines but are destroyed after the requisite storage periods.
WHY USE PEACE OF MIND TESTING SERVICES?
The results of a paternity DNA test can impact the rest of your life. Peace Of Mind Testing Service has been a leader in the genetic testing field for almost 10 years. Our results come with the guarantee of quality and are delivered with speed, convenience and most importantly, accuracy -- inclusions usually result in 99.99% or 0% probability. Whether you just need to know or will need results that can be used in a legal matter, Peace Of Mind Testing Service should be your first step in this journey.