Saliva, which is more common and cost effective or Blood, which is not as common and more expensive

DNA testing is the best available method for determining paternity. All human beings receive half of their DNA profile from their biological mother and half from their biological father. For DNA testing, DNA is extracted from samples submitted by all participants. The DNA samples are then analyzed using 13 or more well characterized DNA markers. These markers are detected using a chemical reaction called the polymerase chain reaction (or PCR). The final result is a "barcode" pattern like those found on packaged foods in the grocery store. If the alleged father's barcode pattern is completely different from the child's barcode pattern, then the alleged father cannot be the biologic father and is therefore excluded from being the father of that child. If they share DNA patterns in common and data is complete, then the alleged father is the biologic father with greater than 99.99% probability.

They are both quite accurate and it all depends on your preference and/or what your court order states.

• For a Legal DNA (Court Admissible Test) it is about 99.9% accurate.
• For a Non-Legal DNA Test it all depends if the collection of the specimens were done properly according to the instructions.

Absolutely not. DNA can be obtained from many sources. Every cell in our body contains the same DNA pattern. We have experienced excellent success using our cheek swab sample collection methods.

California DNA, provides confidential results to all parties involved. Due to security and privacy issues, test results cannot be reported by telephone or e-mail. Samples are tested only for the specific test requested. Although results can be subpoenaed by the court, test results cannot be reported by telephone or e-mail due to security and privacy issues.

Information of any kind regarding a case will not be released to anyone other than the tested parties and their named representatives without written order.

Yes, although a mother's sample is suggested, our methods of DNA testing are so accurate and conclusive that testing can be performed without the mother's sample. The fee for such testing is the same as if we were testing with the mother's sample. If you need to utilize the Court Admissible Paternity Test, you must provide identification for the child and sign a form stating that you have the legal authority to have the child tested.

We do work with many doctors and lawyers; however their permission or formal request is not needed for California DNA, to perform genetic tests.

No, but the child needs to be born already. Although it is possible to perform paternity testing using umbilical cord blood, we do not provide this service. We use cheek (buccal) swabs instead.

• For NON LEGAL Paternity Screening NO, we will send you an easy to use home collection kit and specific instructions for its proper use. You can use this kit as a Jane or John Doe and the collection can be done at home.
• YES, For the Court Admissible paternity test, samples are collected by a professional technician. Safeguards are taken to assure the strict chain of custody is well documented. California DNA conducts collections at Unisource Screening in Rancho Cucamonga, California or will facilitate a collection site in your area.

• Cost: Many families want to know true parentage, but are not interested in pursuing legal actions. These families should not pay the extra costs or put up with the inconvenience involved with the court admissible test.
• Privacy: Samples are collected in the PRIVACY of your home. A man can confirm whether he is the biological father of a child without anyone else knowing a test is being performed. Results are only sent to the person requesting the test. Additional copies of the test results can be sent to outside parties only at the request of the person initiating the testing process.
• Turn-around time: Results are mailed out within 5-15 business days from the date our laboratory receives the samples.

• Samples must be collected by a professional collection facility.
• Proof of Identity (photo ID such as a driver's license, passport, etc.) of the person giving the samples is required at the time of sample collection.
• A photo of each person providing a sample is taken.
• The care professional provides a "sworn statement" affirming that he or she collected samples from the identified person.
• The care professional forwards the samples by express courier in sealed protective pouches to California DNA's Laboratory.

• California DNA, has worked with the Family Law Courts, Judges, Commissioners, Attorneys, and Mediators for many years. We are familiar with procedures, compliance, and sensitive issues of the legal community.
• Integrity and Reliability: the collection integrity of any legal test is the most important aspect of any test process. We have a proven record with our clients, in which our Integrity and Reliability come first and foremost.
• Privacy: all tests are considered a Medical Record and therefore all privacy issues are strictly adhered to. Copies of reports can only be obtained by the persons ordering testing or court order. Valid Photo Identification is always required.
• Turn-around time: Results are mailed out within 5-15 business days from the date our laboratory receives the samples.

• Make an appointment at least 24 hours in advance (Note: One (1) week advance notice is required for a blood test)
• Make full payment by cash, credit card (Visa or MasterCard only), or money order either in person or over the phone prior to testing (No Personal Checks accepted)
• Picture ID and Social Security Card for the Alleged Father, Mother and Child. You need the Birth Certificate of each Child testing as well. You can also just test the Alleged Father and Child only; the Mother does not have to be included.
• Everyone involved in testing cannot Eat, Drink, or Smoke anything at least 30 minutes prior to the appointment time (For Saliva Testing only)
• If it is a Court Ordered test, then we need a Court Order or any other court documentation.

Approximately Five (5) to Fifteen (15) Business days.

For Court Cases, results will automatically be sent to the proper court.

Each party involved can get results by signing a waiver with their address and/or fax number or you can simply pick up results in person at our office with your picture ID. We can also send or fax results to other people on the waiver if you like.

Either in person or over the phone with a Visa, MasterCard, Money Order, or Cash.