DNA & Paternity Tests
Frequently Asked Questions about paternity tests and other DNA tests:
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How accurate are the DNA test results?
DNA paternity testing is very accurate, and will yield results that indicate either a probability of paternity greater than 99% (inclusion) or 0% (exclusion). For siblingship and grand-parentage testing we aim for a conclusive range of either >90% (inclusion) or <15% (exclusion).
What if the two alleged fathers are related?
It is best to test both alleged fathers, especially if they are related, so that one can be excluded. If only one alleged father is available, then you must select the extended testing additional service. The final report will have additional data and a likelihood ratio calculated.
Is blood more accurate than cheek cells when testing for paternity?
No. Cheek cells collected using the GeneSwabs yield results with the same accuracy as blood samples do. The DNA is the same; regardless if it is collected from cheek cells or blood.
How soon after submitting my specimens will I have results?
For paternity tests GeneTree will provide a detailed and comprehensive report 3-10 working days after receiving your specimens. Other tests, such as a siblingship analysis, may take 4-6 weeks. For Express Processing fees please call 1-888-404-4363.
What if my alleged father is deceased, can paternity still be established?
Yes. Paternity can still be established by testing other known family members to reconstruct the DNA lineage. Aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings and grandparents can all be used to reconstruct family relationships. Please contact GeneTree for more specific information.
Reasons you may need a paternity test or other genetic test:
Taking Responsibility
“A girl whom I’d dated off and on came to me with the news that I was a dad. I had never had a child in my life before and I began to panic. What to do?!! If true, this would impact my life forever! Before any decision could be made I had to KNOW for sure if the child was actually mine. When I called GeneTree, their staff was friendly and courteous, and offered answers to all of my questions. Once the kit arrived, I followed the simple instructions that came with it and then sent the lab samples back. Now, how easy was that? A few days later, I received a letter from GeneTree with the DNA test results telling me that the child was over 99.99% mine. I can finally look into her eyes and feel at ease knowing that I did the right thing.” – Tim McCoy
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Devastated Father Gets His Day in Court
“I’m married with two children, but am separated from my spouse. I’ve been paying child support for more than five years. Thanks to GeneTree I was able to do a private DNA test on both of my children. I was so devastated when I got the Paternity Analysis Report that I thought I was going to die. The Paternity Analysis Report read that the probability of paternity was 0% for both of my children. I took this case to court and the Paternity Analysis Report served as evidence. It was proven in court that this DNA test Analysis was true. The court dismissed the child support and freed me of all responsibilities. Thanks again GeneTree” – Pedro Hernandez.
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Doubting Father Learns the Truth
“I recently found out that my wife had been with another man a few times early in our marriage. Well, I wasn’t exactly a saint back then either. That was a long time ago in our relationship and we truly forgave and forgot. The problem was, our son had been conceived around that time and I kept wondering if he was not my biological son. I tried to forget about it, thinking that I raised and loved him, so it didn’t matter. But the idea kept eating at me and was subconsciously undermining our relationships. So I had the paternity test done. You can’t imagine the relief I felt when I read the report that I am indeed his father. My nagging doubts are gone for good and we couldn’t be a happier family.” – Anonymous
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Finding Affordable DNA Testing
“My ex-girlfriend told me that I might be the father of her child. Not knowing for sure was driving me crazy all throughout the 9 months of her pregnancy, but I helped her as much as I could and planned to have a paternity test done after the child was born. Little did I know, it wouldn’t be as simple as I’d thought. Every hospital and pathology lab in the city told me that I needed to go through child support, a process that could take two months or longer to get the results. There was only one place that accepted walk-ins and they were asking $600.00 cash to be paid in full at the time of service. Finally, I did some research on the Internet and came across GeneTree. It almost sounded too good to be true! So, I went ahead and ordered a paternity test kit. I received the results of my paternity test within ten days. I was pleased with the fast, affordable and professional service, and even happier to know for a surety that I am the Father. I would recommend GeneTree to anyone that is in this situation.” – Shawn Curran
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