Frequently asked questions

Grandparentage testing investigates whether a child is biologically related to the alleged father's parents. It may be considered when the father is unavailable for testing.

The supplied guide price is US$260. The available relatives and number of participants affect the testing approach and the information the result can provide.

The supplied guide price is US$260. Siblingship testing investigates whether two people share one or both biological parents.

The strength of the conclusion depends on the genetic evidence and which relatives are available to take part. Contact us to discuss the best arrangement and confirm the current quote.

Yes. Maternity testing investigates whether a woman is the biological mother of a child. It may be used in family relationship or immigration cases, or to investigate a suspected hospital mix-up.

The supplied guide price is US$200. Contact us to confirm the requirements and current price for your case.

Non-invasive prenatal paternity testing may be available, depending on the stage of pregnancy, the laboratory's validated procedure and medical requirements. It generally involves a blood sample from the pregnant woman and a sample from the alleged father.

Contact us for current availability, eligibility, pricing and turnaround time before making arrangements.

Hair may be suitable when it contains usable biological material, but not every hair sample can be tested successfully. Hair with a root may be more useful than hair without one.

A cheek swab is generally preferred for routine paternity testing. Contact us before collecting or submitting hair or another non-standard sample.

We offer consultations about certain non-standard samples, which may include underwear, bedsheets, toothbrushes or hair, subject to suitability and lawful collection. The supplied starting price is US$150; the final quote depends on the sample and analysis required.

Recovering DNA does not necessarily establish when or how material was deposited, or prove that a particular act occurred. Discuss the question you need answered before submitting a sample.

Consent, privacy and lawful sample collection are important. Submitting another person's biological material without permission may raise legal and ethical concerns.

Contact us to discuss lawful testing options. If you need court evidence, ask about the consent, identification and chain-of-custody requirements before samples are collected.