An alleged father’s genetic material compared with that of a child’s genetic material found in DNA samples, is used to prove biological parentage. Paternity test results may be required in courts to settle legal matters like custody or child support. The biological mother’s DNA sample is also taken, improving the statistical result of the paternity test.
If you are getting a paternity test done for legal matters, it is necessary to do it in the right way and at the right ...
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DNA profiles can be used to determine biological parentage of individuals. Paternity tests are important when a child’s paternity is in doubt. These tests may be taken just for the peace of mind of an individual or a couple. Sometimes, they are required by courts to settle legal matters relating to parentage, custody, heirship, immigration, and child support.
Whatever the purpose, there are some queries and doubts that people may have about paternity tests. Take a look at some frequently asked questions and the responses that will help ...
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Generally, DNA and paternity testing is easily obtainable. However, for New York state residents, there are extra steps to complete prior to scheduling a DNA test. These requirements are needed for anyone testing in New York state or anyone considered a New York resident.
The New York State Public Health Law (Article 5, Title V, Section 574) states “No person shall own or operate a clinical laboratory located in or accepting specimens from New York state or own or operate a ...
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The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is our highest priority. As such, we are monitoring the situation around the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), and will keep our patients informed as matters develop. At this time, our services will remain available for those in need of DNA testing as our partnering laboratory, LabCorp, continues to be open. LabCorp will maintain the cleanliness of their patient service centers and take extra sanitizing precautions during this time.
We know that DNA paternity tests are not medically necessary, ...
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The most common asked question is “Are at home DNA paternity testing kits accurate??” Yes, at home DNA paternity tests can be 99.9% accurate. However, the accuracy and precision of results depends entirely on the quality of the testing procedures being utilized by the laboratory.
The market is currently saturated with a variety of different types of paternity tests. When the results of these tests can lead to major life changes being made, choosing the right test can become a little overwhelming. ...
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