Our services include:
DNA Maternity Testing
DNA maternity testing is conducted when the maternity of the child is in question. It may be used in situations such as when: an adopted child and the presumed biological mother want to confirm their relationship; a mother who has conceived through in vitro fertilization (IVF) wants to confirm that the correct embryo was implanted, or when parents want to confirm that they have brought the right newborn home from the hospital.
The DNA samples are collected from the inner cheek with a sterile cotton swab. The use of these swabs is non-invasive, painless and avoids any health concerns connected with blood products. DNA samples can also be collected from blood or other bodily fluids.
Serotech Laboratories recognizes that DNA testing results can be required for legal matters where the results of the testing needs to be court admissible, or private matters where questions need to be resolved, but the results will not be submitted to a court of law. Serotech therefore offers two types of DNA Maternity Tests, a Standard Test (Court Admissible) and a Home Collection Kit.
Standard Test (Court Admissible)
Standard DNA Tests are court admissible and follow a strict chain of custody procedure which includes proof of identification during sample collection. For Standard DNA Tests a formal report detailing the Laboratory's findings and their interpretation will be prepared and mailed to the parties or their legal representatives.
Home Collection Kits
Home Collection Kits are mailed to the clients and the samples are collected by the clients and mailed back to the laboratory for analysis. The results of the test are reported verbally. The cost for a Home Collection Kit and analysis is lower than a Standard Test (Court Admissable).
Costs
The cost of a Home Collection Maternity Kit and analysis is $280. The cost for each additional child is $100. The cost for a Standard Maternity Test (Court Admissible) is $535. The cost for each additional child is $160. To order please call us at 1-877-DNA-5556 or order online.
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To schedule an appointment for DNA testing, or discuss your testing needs, please contact us by phone at 1-877-DNA-5556 or by email. Our knowledgeable staff will answer any questions you may have and help you schedule an appointment. Sample collection is available across Canada, the United States, and around the world.
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