- 1) Do not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum for 30 minutes before collecting samples.
- 2) The swab tips should not come into contact with any surface other that the inside of the cheek at any point before, during or after collection
- 3) Move the swab up and down while also rotating. It's very important to rotate the swab with your fingers.
- 4) Allow the swab to dry before storing. At least one hour.
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- Sibling DNA testing
Is it possible to perform the DNA test to find out if we are siblings?
A sibling DNA test will test the relationship between two or more people to see if they are biologically related as siblings. Sibling tests can also be used to provide reliable proof of relationship when the father is deceased or absent.
What kind of sample is collected in a brotherhood test?
The type of sample that is collected in a sibling DNA test is the buccal swab. This is collected with a cotton swab that is gently rubbed on the inside of the cheek for at least 30 seconds.
In our At-Home DNA Kit blog, where you are, you can find information about how to perform a DNA test by taking samples with a buccal swab. This information is detailed step by step, guided both audiovisually (in the form of a video) and textually: Click here.
Can a DNA paternity test distinguish between siblings?
The answer is yes.
Although it can happen that, siblings can share many common DNA markers used in paternity tests, so the laboratory may need to perform additional tests.
There are two options:
- First option, DNA test on both brothers:
By comparing the DNA profiles of both possible parents to the child's DNA profile, our laboratory personnel can expertly determine which sibling's DNA matches the child's profile.
- Second option, test a sibling with extended analysis: This option can be taken when only one of the possible parents is available for testing.
Get your appointment today with our laboratories, through our online representatives. Contact by WhatsApp: +1-647-455-0443, and receive personalized, quality attention.
We will refer you with your turn to the laboratory closest to your home. Our online experts speak in Spanish, English and French.
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How it works
Step 1 - Order your kit.
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Step 2 - Take the samples.
Collect the swab samples from the test participants.
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Step 3 - Send the samples to us by mail
Place each pair of swabs in different envelopes (parent / child), then place the two smaller envelopes inside the larger envelope and mail it to the address specified in the instructions.
Step 4 - DNA analysis of your saliva samples in our laboratory
Once we receive the samples, we will send you an email to confirm the reception of the samples and proceed to perform the DNA test in our laboratory . You can follow up online at any time using your unique access code to know the progress status of the DNA study.
Step 5 - Receive your results.
Receive your certified results by email, usually about three days, after your samples arrive at the Lab.
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