Find out whether you are the biological mother of a child
This DNA Maternity Test (Private Home Kit) is ideal for families who wish to determine the truth about maternity in private, before deciding on the next step. The mouth swab can be collected quickly and discreetly in the privacy of your own home and sent to our laboratory for analysis.
You will receive your paternity test results in your online account or by mail or email.
This analysis conclusively determines whether an alleged mother is the biological mother of the child.
Conclusive results: >99.999% for inclusions, 100% for exclusions
Painless buccal (mouth) swab sample collection
All DNA tests are run 2x for absolute accuracy
Final report available 1-3 business days after the DNA testing laboratory receives the samples
Quickly collect samples in the privacy of your own home
24/7 online DNA test status check
Discreet online DNA test results option available
No age limit
Private and confidential
State-of-the-art accredited DNA testing laboratory
Usage
The DNA Maternity Test will conclusively determine whether an alleged mother is the biological mother of a child. Maternity testing is very helpful in cases of adoption reunification and IVF where a mother wishes to conclusively determine that she is the biological mother of a child.Results
Your results will show two numbers (alleles) that indicate the number of repeats that you received from each parent at each STR. You may have two identical alleles at a marker, or you may have two different alleles. One of each allele will match to each of your parents; hence in a mother-child relationship, 50% of the STR variation will be identical. This analysis conclusively determines whether an alleged mother is the biological mother of the child.Methods
During a DNA Maternity Test, a painless buccal (mouth) swab sample is collected from the child and the alleged mother. The sample contains cells, and most of the cells in our body contain a full set of genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). A person’s DNA represents a “genetic blueprint” and, like a fingerprint, it is unique to each individual. At the laboratory, the DNA is extracted from the cell and specific regions of the DNA are amplified by a process known as PCR (polymerase chain reaction). Our test analyzes 16 to 27 of these specific regions, called short tandem repeats (STRs). STRs are regions of DNA in which a short DNA sequence is repeated multiple times. They are found throughout the genome and are highly variable, providing an accurate way to confirm or refute biological relationships.HOW IT WORKS
Order your test.
Choose the test that matches your need from our large array of tests. The kit will be delivered to your door step. There is no need to leave the comfort of your home.
Collect your sample.
Collect DNA sample using a painless mouth swab, and mail to the lab in the provided return envelope
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Receive your DNA paternity test results online
Frequently Asked Questions?
Here are some questions we usually get. If you would like yours answered, please contact us.What if the parties to be tested live in different cities, can you split the test kit?
Yes, the kit can be split and the sample collection components sent to each address separately. The collection components are individually barcoded, and will be tested together once the samples arrive at the laboratory. To order a split kit, please write the following into the Order notes box of the online order form “Please split kit”. Please also indicate the name and address to send each component. For example, please state “send the Alleged Mother’s portion to… (specify name and address)” and “send the Child’s portion to… (specify name and address)”.
What if I need a legal maternity test?
Legal testing requires you to attend an appointment for sample collection. If you need a legal test, purchase this kit and follow the enclosed instructions to pay the difference and switch to legal testing. Legal testing is available in the US, Canada and UK.
Is there an age limit?
No. Any of the DNA tests can be performed on individuals of any age, even newborns. If the patient is a minor, the legal guardian must sign the DNA testing consent form.
How are the test kits stored?
All test kits are stored at room temperature before and after sample collection.
Do the test kits expire?
No. Test kits can be stored indefinitely prior to sample collection. Test kits should be returned for testing within 3 months after sample collection.
How is the DNA sample collected?
DNA is collected by rubbing a brush gently inside the mouth against the cheek for 15 seconds. The collection is safe and painless.
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