Very often, paternity tests must be admissible in a court of law. That means you need an accurate and scientifically sound test that can prove who is the father of a child, or at least show a probability of fatherhood.
Our tests come from a laboratory certified by the American Association of Blood banks. These tests require highly trained professionals who know how to collect blood samples properly and handle them in a professional manner. This handling must adhere to chain of custody rules, so that there is no doubt that the sample belongs to the individual being tested.
Of course, paternity testing can be used for non-court situations as well, such as when an individual simply wants to establish parenthood. We handle these types of tests with the same care as we use for court cases.
Approximately 25% of men tested with a paternity test turn out not to be the father. They are conclusively ruled out because of DNA results.
We most often use a cheek swab, but we can also utilize hair samples, material from toothbrushes, fingernail clippings, and any other personal items that may contain DNA. Taking DNA directly from the individual is preferred, but these other methods are acceptable.
We can also test the DNA of aunts & uncles and grandparents to establish a relationship.
