Paternity Frequently Asked Questions about DNA, DNA Testing, Paternity, Human Identity Testing, and more

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»	What is paternity testing?

»	How accurate is DNA testing for the purposes of determining paternity?

»	Why should I choose Affiliated Genetics to perform my DNA tests?

»	Why is it important to have my paternity test performed by an AABB accredited laboratory?

»	Are the test results confidential?

»	What is Affiliated Genetics' confidentiality policy?

»	How long does it take to get the results?

»	Can paternity testing be performed without the mother participating?

»	How is DNA obtained for testing?

»	I've heard that blood samples are more accurate than cheek swabs. Is this true?

»	Do I need to have my DNA samples collected at a specific location?

»	What if the people that I want to have tested live in different locations?

»	Can the test participants have samples collected at different times and/or locations?

»	Do I need a doctor's prescription or an attorney's request to have testing performed?

»	What if the alleged fathers are related?

»	Can paternity testing be performed before the baby is born?

»	Why use the At-Home Paternity Screen instead of the Court Admissible Paternity Test?

»	How does the Paternity Screen home collection kit work?

»	What is the strict chain of custody required for the Court Admissible Paternity Test?

»	Do many families have DNA paternity testing performed?

»	What is the price for paternity testing?

»	Can a DNA paternity test tell me if my child has inherited a genetic desease or disorder?

»	If the alleged father is deceased, can you still establish paternity?