Legal paternity
For cases involving custody, child support or a birth certificate. Check any case-specific requirements before booking.
Legal test detailsConfidential DNA testing
DNA testing for personal and legal questions
Paternity and family relationship testing can be deeply personal. Our trained collection professionals can help you choose the right test and arrange a confidential appointment.
Confidential appointments
Legal and private options
3–5 business days for paternity results*
Paternity test options
Choose the right test for your situation
How you plan to use the results determines how your samples should be collected.
Private paternity
For your own knowledge. Choose a legal collection if you may need to use your results in court or with an agency.
Private test detailsPrenatal paternity
Uses a blood sample from the pregnant participant and a cheek swab from the possible father.
Prenatal test details*Estimated turnaround starts when the lab receives samples from all participants.
From collection to results
How DNA testing works
- 01
Choose a test
Tell us whether the results are for personal information or whether a court or agency may need them.
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Provide samples
Most tests use cheek swabs. We can help arrange separate appointments when participants live in different places.
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Receive your results
Our partner laboratory analyzes the samples. Ask us how results will be delivered for your case.
Need help choosing a test?
Ask us about scheduling, different locations or testing through other family members.
