DNA Paternity Testing Options
Test Me DNA offers a wide variety of testing options. We understand there is a lot of information to comprehend in for each test we offer. If you need any assistance choosing the DNA test that best fits your needs, do not hesitate to reach out to one of our DNA specialists.
Home DNA Testing kits allow two or more individuals to collect their own DNA sample and send it to the laboratory for testing. The home kits can be used for paternity or other types of family relationships.

Legal DNA testing is performed to resolve many legal matters such as child support disputes, child custody disputes, name change, social security benefit claims as well as many other legal issues.

A DNA sibling test compares 2 or more individuals to determine if they are biologically siblings. This test can be used to determine a full sibling or a half sibling relationship. Sibling testing is most often used to determine if the individuals share the same possible father.

Grandparent DNA Testing is used to establish a biological relationship between potential grandparents and a possible grandchild. DNA testing with a grandchild and grandparent is useful when trying to determine paternity and the alleged father is not available.

Aunt/Uncle (avuncular) DNA testing is a comparison of DNA between an aunt or uncle and a niece or nephew. A full brother or sister to the alleged father may test with a child to establish if there is a biological relationship. An avuncular DNA test is commonly used if the alleged father is unavailable.

Maternity testing is used to determine whether a woman is the biological mother to a child. The child and alleged mother’s DNA profiles are compared to establish the biological relationship.

Tribal enrollment testing needs to include at least 1 enrolled tribal member and another individual to establish a biological relationship. Most tribes require a Legal DNA Test prior to enrolling in the tribe.
Single party DNA tests or DNA profiling provides a report with an individual’s DNA profile if it ever should be needed. It is most commonly used for individuals with a high risk occupation.

Deceased DNA testing allows for our laboratory to test DNA samples that come directly from a coroner’s office or other professional agency. This is often used for children trying to apply for social security benefits.

Legal probate DNA testing helps prove biological relationships to help settle an estate. This could be testing with the deceased samples or other known family members for comparison.

Twin DNA testing determines if 2 individuals are fraternal or identical twins. This type of testing is mostly for curiosity reasons or medical reasons such as a transplant to the other twin.