genetica® DNA Paternity Test Genetic DNA Analysis Confirms or Excludes an Alleged Biological Father DNA collection using an easily obtained cheek swab saliva sample. Fast, proprietary and confidential genetic profiling of the child and alleged father with 99.999% probability/accuracy of results. In the common DNA paternity case, the alleged father and child are tested using both PCR and RFLP methodologies. Results for a DNA paternity case are available in an average of 3-4  days from receipt by the laboratory. Cheek swab saliva testing can be done immediately after birth, and typically the child and alleged father are tested. Results exclude or confirm the biological father with an accuracy rate exceeding 99.9%.

BACKGROUND

Paternity Testing simply means establishing fatherhood. Everyone is born with a unique genetic blueprint known as DNA (DeoxyriboNucleic Acid). Because the DNA molecular structure and genetic characteristics of a child are inherited from or determined by the DNA structure of the biological mother and father, DNA identification provides a conclusive and definitive way to establish biological relationships. Consequently, DNA testing has become the most accepted method to determine identity within the legal and scientific communities.

Genetica DNA Laboratories is a global provider of the Genetica DNA Paternity Test™, the most accurate DNA relationship test available, processed in their FDA certified genetic laboratory by a staff of highly trained professional physicians, microbiologists and lab technicians with an absolute and strict adherence to client confidentiality. One of the first laboratories in the United States to receive accreditation from the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) for DNA parentage testing, Genetica Laboratories is the first to offer a written client guarantee that the accuracy of their test results will be greater than 99.9%. Using both the preferred standard methods for DNA genetic matching and confirmation, PCR and RFLP, exclusion or inclusion of a parent's DNA to that of a child results in a probability factor of 99.999999% or 1 in 10 billion of the population. See a Technical Discussion on DNA parentage testing.

METHOD TECHNOLOGY

Technologies employed for each DNA paternity test are PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and RFLP (Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism).
DNA Testing with RFLP: In the RFLP method of testing, the DNA isolated from the sample is cut into fragments by enzymes. Then, an electric current is used to separate DNA fragments by size. The separated DNA fragments are identified with DNA probes. These probes are pieces of custom made DNA that bind and identify a specific gene locus.
DNA Testing with PCR: In the PCR method of testing, DNA is first isolated from the sample. Individual gene fragments are then synthetically produced in the laboratory and they are labeled with special fluorescent tags. These fluorescent tags enable detection of the genes with a laser. Technical Discussion

PRINCIPLE

DNA parentage testing is normally done to confirm or exclude the alleged biological father of a child. The DNA test is accomplished by taking buccal saliva samples from the child and alleged father. Along with the required forms, the samples are sent to the laboratory for DNA extraction and processing. Results are generally available within 3 days after receipt by the laboratory. Results are submitted to the client as an exclusionary or exclusionary report along with the laboratory's guarantee of accuracy. An expedited overnight service is also available at additional cost.

MATERIALS PROVIDED WITH EACH TEST KIT

The standard Genetica prepaid DNA testing service includes sterile sample collection swabs and identification depository envelopes for the child and alleged father, required laboratory forms, sample collection and labeling instructions and a pre-addressed return envelope for submitting test materials to the laboratory. The Expedited Overnight testing option includes a prepaid FEDEX overnight mailer for sample submission to the laboratory.

BASIC STEPS IN THE DNA PATERNITY TESTING PROCESS

Collect Samples	Send to Lab	Lab Check in	DNA extractions	DNA profiles	DNA Correlations
Cheek swab samples are obtained from the child and alleged father using the sterile swabs provided.	Completed forms and samples are sent to the Genetica DNA testing laboratory.	Samples are checked in, identified with tracking numbers and unique test codes and assigned a confidential case file.	DNA is extracted from the cheek swab samples for the mother. child and alleged father.	Comparison DNA profiles are obtained using both the PCR and RFLP processes	Identification of similar and dissimilar genetic markers and test result.

OBTAINING TEST RESULTS

Upon receipt at the testing laboratory, each DNA paternity test is assigned a confidential case file identification number.  Progress on each case can be monitored on line with the laboratory. Completion of DNA profiling and paternity conclusions are generally available in 3 business days after sample receipt by the laboratory. Paternity DNA test results and conclusions are reported by the laboratory in comprehensive and detailed format. Two possible test result forms are provided depending on the inclusion or exclusion of the alleged father's DNA. To view sample laboratory reports see the Inclusion Result Report or Exclusion Result Report.

LABORATORY GUARANTEE

Each DNA Paternity Test comes with the following guarantee from Genetica Laboratories:

ORDERING AND AVAILABILITY

The Genetica DNA Paternity test is available in two versions, Standard and Expedited Overnight, to individuals or entities with a specific need to establish true and absolute paternal identity of a newborn, child or adult. Standard test results are generally available in 3 days after receipt by the laboratory. Expedited Overnight test results are available on the following day of receipt by the laboratory. Costs are all inclusive and there are no fees beyond the price for each test kit other than sample return postage to the laboratory. All test materials, documentation and laboratory fees are included. Note to NY Residents: due to NY State restrictions, this kit may not be sold to NY State Residents.

Description	Packaging	Sale Unit	Cost
GENETICA Standard DNA Paternity Test Service	Each	One (1) Complete Test Kit	$285.00
GENETICA Expedited Overnight DNA Paternity Test Service	Each	One (1) Complete Test Kit	$525.00
*N.Y. Residents Only: Due to New York State restrictions, the Genetica™ DNA test cannot be shipped to N.Y. State *If the order buttons are absent or inoperable, please use the pricing overview page to order.