On this occasion, we bring you information about the importance of performing a DNA test on the mother of a child to find out who the father of that child is.

This is important for various cases mentioned above, both for legal proceedings in which the child needs some social benefit from the government, or also needs food support from the father, but it is not known exactly who the child is. alleged father.

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It is important to highlight that it is always necessary that, if possible, the alleged father of the child be found to carry out the DNA test, to speed up the process (but it is not an exclusive condition, which can be done without the father present, but the results may take longer to obtain).

What gives a DNA maternity test and why is it important?

A maternity DNA test determines the probability that a woman is the biological mother of a child. The standard parts tested include a child, the possible relationship with the mother and the father. To the extent possible, the father's participation in a maternity test is necessary to help exclude half of the child's DNA, leaving the other half for comparison with the alleged mother's DNA.

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Maternity DNA testing can be completed without the father's involvement, but it is always recommended that he be found for genetic testing. All of our labs maternity tests use strict and validated testing procedures and include 22 STR loci for 100% accurate results.

We offer a 10 business day turnaround time on maternity tests using buccal swabs with rush testing options available.

What are the most common reasons a woman decides to take a maternity DNA test?

There are several common reasons why women choose to try motherhood, here are some of them:

- You need to provide some maternal relationship for immigration.
- Resolve that controversy that sometimes occurs in hospital newborn rooms.
- Get peace of mind, for life after returning home, from the hospital.
- Test the coincidental relationship of an adoptee with a possible biological mother.
- Confirmation of accuracy in cases of in vitro fertilization.

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Frequently asked questions and answers about the DNA maternity test

Is it possible to use a maternity DNA test for an immigration case?

Yes. For example, this test that you obtain through our laboratories can be used for the case to immigrate to the United States. The embassy or consulate in the foreign country handles the DNA collection for the beneficiary. Once the tests are completed, the DDC sends the DNA test results directly to the requesting immigration office.

Legal processes: Use of DNA evidence for legal reasons and other matters related to justice

How long does a maternity DNA test take?

Once all samples have been received by the lab, the results will reach you within 10 business days. Next day and same day results are also available for a deferred fee. Contact our experts for more details. We will leave you the contact number at the end of this article.

Where is DNA collected for a maternity test?

By performing a home test for your peace of mind and personal knowledge, it is possible with this to carry out your own DNA sampling at home, using the collection kit that we send you, or that you can build with elements that are easy and cheap to obtain.

For legally admissible evidence, one of our specialists schedules a witnessed DNA collection appointment on your behalf at an approved facility near you.

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What type of sample is needed to carry out a legal test?

The type of sample you need is through a sterile cotton swab. This sample is taken by gently rubbing and rotating the swab up and down the inside of the cheek for 30 seconds. It's painless, easy and you can build the dna kit at home without ordering it from the lab. 

See more here: Build your own homemade DNA kit and perform the buccal swab sampling step by step.

Make your consultation today and request an appointment with your nearest laboratory through WhatsApp with our experts: +1 647 455 0443

As soon as you contact us, tell us in which city and country you live and we will refer you to the laboratory closest to your home. Remember, we provide an international service, regardless of where you live, you can access it and take the test you need.

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